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Not necessarily cancer related, but need to get this off my chest. Sorry peeps.
As some may know, my Mam had breast cancer, got treated, and we thought all was well.
Anyhow, recently, she had found her cholesterol was high, and got put on tablets for it. Within the last couple of weeks, she had a blood test done to check, and it's flagged up she seems to have a problem with her liver function.
I'm no doctor, and this may be down to the tablets, or something different, but she is scared the cancer has somehow spread, which I guess is not impossible.
I hate to do this, putting myself out there, nut I'm scared she is ill again, and frightened for her.
I'm the first one to say be positive, and I'm saying that to her, but I can't help being scared.
Sorry for going on. I just needed to vent.
As some may know, my Mam had breast cancer, got treated, and we thought all was well.
Anyhow, recently, she had found her cholesterol was high, and got put on tablets for it. Within the last couple of weeks, she had a blood test done to check, and it's flagged up she seems to have a problem with her liver function.
I'm no doctor, and this may be down to the tablets, or something different, but she is scared the cancer has somehow spread, which I guess is not impossible.
I hate to do this, putting myself out there, nut I'm scared she is ill again, and frightened for her.
I'm the first one to say be positive, and I'm saying that to her, but I can't help being scared.
Sorry for going on. I just needed to vent.
Some tablets can affect your liver function. It may be as simple as they have to change the meds she is taking or worst case, perhaps something isnt quite right, but they have found out now and not later - they can take steps to get it sorted.
It doesnt help you though, I know as I have been, and continue to be there with both my parents. 1 slightly dodgy result is all it takes to start the worry all over again
Keep postivie, hun, and deal with things as they come - and remember this thread is here ..let us know how things go
xx
Not necessarily cancer related, but need to get this off my chest. Sorry peeps.
As some may know, my Mam had breast cancer, got treated, and we thought all was well.
Anyhow, recently, she had found her cholesterol was high, and got put on tablets for it. Within the last couple of weeks, she had a blood test done to check, and it's flagged up she seems to have a problem with her liver function.
I'm no doctor, and this may be down to the tablets, or something different, but she is scared the cancer has somehow spread, which I guess is not impossible.
I hate to do this, putting myself out there, nut I'm scared she is ill again, and frightened for her.
I'm the first one to say be positive, and I'm saying that to her, but I can't help being scared.
Sorry for going on. I just needed to vent.
As some may know, my Mam had breast cancer, got treated, and we thought all was well.
Anyhow, recently, she had found her cholesterol was high, and got put on tablets for it. Within the last couple of weeks, she had a blood test done to check, and it's flagged up she seems to have a problem with her liver function.
I'm no doctor, and this may be down to the tablets, or something different, but she is scared the cancer has somehow spread, which I guess is not impossible.
I hate to do this, putting myself out there, nut I'm scared she is ill again, and frightened for her.
I'm the first one to say be positive, and I'm saying that to her, but I can't help being scared.
Sorry for going on. I just needed to vent.
As you said to me, vent away xx
Fingers crossed hun, I really hope all goes well and your news is as good as mine. Big hugs to you xoxo
I'll keep you guys informed, and thanks for your caring words.
It just feels like everything is going to **** right now. I've worried a little about what is wrong with me recently(fits etc), but now I don't even care about that.
Tbh, I don't care what happens to me, I just want Mam to be ok. She has had so much go on in her life, I just want a time for her to be happy, and enjoy some good times.
Oh sorry, I'm not in the best frame of mind.
It just feels like everything is going to **** right now. I've worried a little about what is wrong with me recently(fits etc), but now I don't even care about that.
Tbh, I don't care what happens to me, I just want Mam to be ok. She has had so much go on in her life, I just want a time for her to be happy, and enjoy some good times.
Oh sorry, I'm not in the best frame of mind.
Well, my wonderful Sis in Law has days. I have watched a thread on here about HIV tests for other than Brits and feel sick. My brothers wife has her 51st birthday on 8th March. I doubt she will see it. I am in bits as she is the Sister I never had and my brother and I are so close.
She has been fighting this for 5 years now. I wonder now, why this and other previous Governments feel other Countries people are so much more important than our own. They should be spending every penny that is spare on getting this awful illness, in check. I doubt they will, until it affects them.
I am going to see her this weekend, hopefully, to say Goodbye. I have no idea how I will manage as I am as soft as muck.
She is a wonderful lady and believe it or not, when she wakes up, she is comforting my brother, saying it's alright. Amazing.
She will leave a big hole in mine and others around her, lives. I hate this Country and it's do all for others and nowt for it's own. Sorry, but I think she might have had more time if the powers that be valued it's own, instead of sucking up to others.
Feeling very bitter at the mo' so forgive me if I post any crap
She has been fighting this for 5 years now. I wonder now, why this and other previous Governments feel other Countries people are so much more important than our own. They should be spending every penny that is spare on getting this awful illness, in check. I doubt they will, until it affects them.
I am going to see her this weekend, hopefully, to say Goodbye. I have no idea how I will manage as I am as soft as muck.
She is a wonderful lady and believe it or not, when she wakes up, she is comforting my brother, saying it's alright. Amazing.
She will leave a big hole in mine and others around her, lives. I hate this Country and it's do all for others and nowt for it's own. Sorry, but I think she might have had more time if the powers that be valued it's own, instead of sucking up to others.
Feeling very bitter at the mo' so forgive me if I post any crap
So sorry to hear this, Lee. I so hoped she would win the fight. 
To be honest, I just don't know what to say. My thoughts are with all of you and if you want a rant, feel free to get in touch. xxx

To be honest, I just don't know what to say. My thoughts are with all of you and if you want a rant, feel free to get in touch. xxx
Ahh that's horrible , I've only ever lost a great granny and tbh I only went to see the twisted old witch to make sure she was a gonner
Don't think I could bring myself to go say 'goodbye' to a loved one.....your a braver person than me
Hope you get to say your goodbyes
Don't think I could bring myself to go say 'goodbye' to a loved one.....your a braver person than me
Hope you get to say your goodbyes
Thank you everyone. I just wanted a wee rant. It's such an awful illness and you feel utterly helpless.
I should hear from my Brother tonight when he gets back from the Hospital.
Lisa, thanks for the call. Was good to chat
I should hear from my Brother tonight when he gets back from the Hospital.
Lisa, thanks for the call. Was good to chat
Well, my wonderful Sis in Law has days. I have watched a thread on here about HIV tests for other than Brits and feel sick. My brothers wife has her 51st birthday on 8th March. I doubt she will see it. I am in bits as she is the Sister I never had and my brother and I are so close.
She has been fighting this for 5 years now. I wonder now, why this and other previous Governments feel other Countries people are so much more important than our own. They should be spending every penny that is spare on getting this awful illness, in check. I doubt they will, until it affects them.
I am going to see her this weekend, hopefully, to say Goodbye. I have no idea how I will manage as I am as soft as muck.
She is a wonderful lady and believe it or not, when she wakes up, she is comforting my brother, saying it's alright. Amazing.
She will leave a big hole in mine and others around her, lives. I hate this Country and it's do all for others and nowt for it's own. Sorry, but I think she might have had more time if the powers that be valued it's own, instead of sucking up to others.
Feeling very bitter at the mo' so forgive me if I post any crap
She has been fighting this for 5 years now. I wonder now, why this and other previous Governments feel other Countries people are so much more important than our own. They should be spending every penny that is spare on getting this awful illness, in check. I doubt they will, until it affects them.
I am going to see her this weekend, hopefully, to say Goodbye. I have no idea how I will manage as I am as soft as muck.
She is a wonderful lady and believe it or not, when she wakes up, she is comforting my brother, saying it's alright. Amazing.
She will leave a big hole in mine and others around her, lives. I hate this Country and it's do all for others and nowt for it's own. Sorry, but I think she might have had more time if the powers that be valued it's own, instead of sucking up to others.
Feeling very bitter at the mo' so forgive me if I post any crap

Last edited by The Zohan; Mar 3, 2012 at 06:53 AM.
My Sis in Law has gone here 
I am going to see her tomorrow. I hope she makes her birthday, but I doubt it. It's heartbreaking and speaking to my brother tonight had me in bits.
You notice the hospice relies on donations. These places are so special and needed, you would think the Government would find the money instead of giving to all and sundry that just take the ****.
I will be useless, as I have already said, I am soft as muck when it comes to people I care deeply about. She is a wonderful lady and will be sadly missed. She wants out now, that is what has my brother so upset. Everytime she wakes up, she is saying " Why" It's awful.
Thank you to those who have took the time to comment. It really is appreciated and helps.
I am going to see her tomorrow. I hope she makes her birthday, but I doubt it. It's heartbreaking and speaking to my brother tonight had me in bits.
You notice the hospice relies on donations. These places are so special and needed, you would think the Government would find the money instead of giving to all and sundry that just take the ****.
I will be useless, as I have already said, I am soft as muck when it comes to people I care deeply about. She is a wonderful lady and will be sadly missed. She wants out now, that is what has my brother so upset. Everytime she wakes up, she is saying " Why" It's awful.
Thank you to those who have took the time to comment. It really is appreciated and helps.
Last edited by Lee247; Mar 4, 2012 at 12:22 AM.
I visited her tonight, in the Hospice. It's the hardest thing I have ever done in my life. I will never again complain when I am feeling ill or have a dose of cold. Ever.
To see such a vibrant woman reduced to, well I can't begin to describe it, it's heartbreaking.
I stayed for an hour, and when I knew I was going to break down, I told my Brother I had to go as my kids had a Pizza waiting. WTF
I just needed an excuse as me crying was not going to help. I feel weak and helpless but my Brother assured me, even though Elaine looked like she was sleeping, she was listening to our conversations.
I spoke about all the daft things we laughed about over the years, like my first attempt at fake tan, ending up with a steaky overdone foot. She smiled. I kissed her and told her I loved her, cuddled what is left of her and she whispered she loved me too. Christ.!!
This is awful. Sorry if you all think this is pointless on a car forum, but believe me, it is helping me no end, just to talk about it. All I can say is Thank God, Sara posted this thread. I can't talk to my kids as it would upset them and bottling things up, helps no one. I have friends on this forum and sorry, but I need you all now
To see such a vibrant woman reduced to, well I can't begin to describe it, it's heartbreaking.
I stayed for an hour, and when I knew I was going to break down, I told my Brother I had to go as my kids had a Pizza waiting. WTF
I just needed an excuse as me crying was not going to help. I feel weak and helpless but my Brother assured me, even though Elaine looked like she was sleeping, she was listening to our conversations.I spoke about all the daft things we laughed about over the years, like my first attempt at fake tan, ending up with a steaky overdone foot. She smiled. I kissed her and told her I loved her, cuddled what is left of her and she whispered she loved me too. Christ.!!
This is awful. Sorry if you all think this is pointless on a car forum, but believe me, it is helping me no end, just to talk about it. All I can say is Thank God, Sara posted this thread. I can't talk to my kids as it would upset them and bottling things up, helps no one. I have friends on this forum and sorry, but I need you all now
Lesley, remember this car forum is made of humans.
Good that you saw your sis' in-law tonight. Hope she isn't in much pain. You are there for your brother and for the rest of your family. Your SN pals are here for you. X
Good that you saw your sis' in-law tonight. Hope she isn't in much pain. You are there for your brother and for the rest of your family. Your SN pals are here for you. X
Talk away and let any feelings you want out on here. It doesn't matter that this is a car forum, as Swati says, we are all humans, and alot of us care about each other. Anyone who does happen to think this is pointless, quite frankly, that is up to them, but they don't need to read, nor comment.
If posting on here goes any way to making you feel better, or giving you an outlet, then keep posting!
All you guys can do right now is be there for each other, laughing or crying. You are all only human and feelings are all part of that, it's not a case of being weak. I personally think what will help is all of you knowing each other is there and cares. If tears come along, then so beit. Better to all laugh and cry together than not be there at all, imo.
Again, hugs and love to all of you xxx
She passed away last night. 3am. 51 years old and 2 days. She was the best. I will miss her terribly. Sorry if any of you do not like this type of post, but it is life. RIP Elaine, You were the Sis I never had. xxxxxx



