Bowel cancer now developed secondary liver

New to this.  Mum was diagnosed last July with stage3 bowel cancer, had no to remove but not able to have chemotherapy due to comorbidities. Copd. Etc.  She has just been told last week secondary in liver. Multiple times. Inoperable. We are going to see oncologist on Friday.  I am so scared for her. She is 81   .  Will they tell us if she only has months to live:(

  • Hi Jackie21

    Welcome to the forum and I'm sorry to hear about Mum's recent news. It's understandable that you've lots of questions about what the future holds. 

    I know many of our members here have found it useful to write down any questions they have before attending the appointment. That way you won't forget to ask something. It may be that the Oncologist is unable to give you answers to all the questions that you have. 
    If you think it might be helpful to chat things through with one of our nurses ahead of Mum's appointment then you're welcome to give them a call. They're available on 0808 800 4040 (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm). 

    Do let us know how the appointment goes if you're able to. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator

  • Not good news. Not able to have chemotherapy due to Comorbidities. So palliative care.  Prognosis 6 months