GBM Stage 4 - Mums condition getting worse

Jackie000
Frequent Visitor

GBM Stage 4 - Mums condition getting worse

My mum 85 years was diagnosed with GBM in February.  It's non operable and she decided not have a biopsy or Chemo/radiation for the sake of an extra couple months.  When she came out of hospital she was on Dexamethasone but this was stopped about 4 weeks ago.  I notice her condition is getting worse - speech and mobility.  I asked her GP about her staying on Dex but he indicated that there are side effects to this.

 

What is everyones experience on Dexamethasone.  Should I be making contact with Neurologist or relying on GP?

 

 

Reply
0 Kudos
1 REPLY 1
suzieq
New Contributor

Re: GBM Stage 4 - Mums condition getting worse

Spoiler
I found dexamethasone made me feel great but I became hypomanic which made me reckless with money. I  had breast cancer and am 62 years old so totally different diagnosis than your mum
It may be good for your mother though - not everyone has a bad reaction to it. 
Good luck and best wishes for your mum.
Post new topic
Talk to a health professional
Cancer Council support and information 13 11 20Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm
Cancer Information and Support

Online resources and support

Access information about support services, online resources and a range of other materials.

Caring for someone with cancer?

Find out what resources and support services are available to assist you.