My Da was suddenly diagnosed with bowel cancer back in August 2018.. so surreal. I found out over the phone when my Da finally got his test. I can tell you that he was so ill that time, literally when you are not used to seeing you father ill it is shocking. I’ve seen my father very very sick and then bounce back. I am so used to seeing him sick and then come to. The medical teams are so amazing, have they fully reached a plan to treat your lovely father? 

When I found out about my father’s diagnosis it was as it someone told me he was after being in a car crash. I couldn’t stop crying for 2 days ( I was abroad visiting my sis when I got the call from my older sis to say cancer was found in the bowel and it was bad).  

Right now, take it one day at a time, you will find the strength. You will find the strength for your Dad. I know exactly how you feel. I kept myself busy trying to keep my father comfy, like practical stuff. Also so good to hear you are talking to your friends. The gym really helps me, and when we initially got that bad news i sweat it has been the gym that has really helped me through so much. 

Be kind to yourself, take it day by day, every person reacts differently to treatment X

My dad died today. 13 weeks and two days after his diagnosis. I miss him so much. 

I just came across your post Neword and wanted to offer my sincerest condolences for your loss.

My thoughts are with you at this time.

Kind regards, 

Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

I am so sorry to hear this xx With such a short time since diagnosis, it's an awful shock too. Please god you will find the strength to take each day as they come for now. Big hugs xx

Thanks guys I am heart broken and missing him so much