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Further to my Mums terminal bone cancer diagnosis earlier on this year...
She's recently had more tests (scans, x-rays and bloods). Had a phone call today off my sister who was at oncology with her. Cancer has now spread into her spine. Was told that she would begin to lose the use of her arms and legs. My sister asked the oncologist how long she had left to live and was told a few months at most.
1) If told by a professional ''a few months'' does that actually translate into a few weeks?
Ive had a few family members and acquaintances die with various cancers who have been told ''a few months'' when in reality it has been a few weeks (or even days). I appreciate that timing cant be exact.
2) My mum dreads the thought of going into a hospice (or hospital even) and...like my dad...wishes to end her life at home. If (when) her limbs give out, what care package (if any) could be put into place to ensure her dying wish?
If its anything to do with McMillan, forget it! They have been less than useless in THIS case.
More concerned initially whether she had been the toilet that day and then dismissed her.
Thanks.
She's recently had more tests (scans, x-rays and bloods). Had a phone call today off my sister who was at oncology with her. Cancer has now spread into her spine. Was told that she would begin to lose the use of her arms and legs. My sister asked the oncologist how long she had left to live and was told a few months at most.
1) If told by a professional ''a few months'' does that actually translate into a few weeks?
Ive had a few family members and acquaintances die with various cancers who have been told ''a few months'' when in reality it has been a few weeks (or even days). I appreciate that timing cant be exact.
2) My mum dreads the thought of going into a hospice (or hospital even) and...like my dad...wishes to end her life at home. If (when) her limbs give out, what care package (if any) could be put into place to ensure her dying wish?
If its anything to do with McMillan, forget it! They have been less than useless in THIS case.
More concerned initially whether she had been the toilet that day and then dismissed her.
Thanks.
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It is a very strong sedative containing morphine and ethyl alcohol.It is/was used to ease pain in terminal cases.As the doseage had to be increased it actually killed the patient in a very peaceful way. Basically an OD of morphine and alcohol. Not sure if they are allowed to administer it these days or if it has been replaced with some other opiate.
It is a very strong sedative containing morphine and ethyl alcohol.It is/was used to ease pain in terminal cases.As the doseage had to be increased it actually killed the patient in a very peaceful way. Basically an OD of morphine and alcohol. Not sure if they are allowed to administer it these days or if it has been replaced with some other opiate.
Sorry I couldn't keep up with all replies last night but appreciated them all non the less, thank you.
As regards Retro's 'Mist Brompton', I know that my Grandmother was finished this way nearly 50 yrs ago (again with cancer). Seems a humane thing to do. Why we stretch out life only to preserve suffering is beyond me???
I saw my father die a death that only a sadist would get satisfaction from because of 'humane laws'
Hope my mum dies a more peaceful death.
Thanks again for all replies.
As regards Retro's 'Mist Brompton', I know that my Grandmother was finished this way nearly 50 yrs ago (again with cancer). Seems a humane thing to do. Why we stretch out life only to preserve suffering is beyond me???
I saw my father die a death that only a sadist would get satisfaction from because of 'humane laws'
Hope my mum dies a more peaceful death.
Thanks again for all replies.
//I have always said that where cancer is concerned to expect the unexpected//
Agree with that 100% 237!
Mum was admitted to an oncology ward at the beginning of this year and told that she had terminal cancer and yet she is still with us.
Been to see her tonight and she is watching a xmas film with the deckies up as though nothing is wrong. (a lot to be said for the stamina of the older generation)!!
She knows that she is dying and yet goes on living knowing that this is her last Xmas.
I take my hat off to my mums generation....
Anyone above 80, I salute you. I really do, I learn a lot about life from you.
Agree with that 100% 237!
Mum was admitted to an oncology ward at the beginning of this year and told that she had terminal cancer and yet she is still with us.
Been to see her tonight and she is watching a xmas film with the deckies up as though nothing is wrong. (a lot to be said for the stamina of the older generation)!!
She knows that she is dying and yet goes on living knowing that this is her last Xmas.
I take my hat off to my mums generation....
Anyone above 80, I salute you. I really do, I learn a lot about life from you.
