Perhaps you will get into the trial and get a good outcome from that. Even if not a cure you may get much more time. I guess you will know more very soon .You seem to be coping well under the circumstances. Fingers crossed for you. ... View more

I would have found the stuff on body image helpful over a year ago.My counsellor gave me lots of written info rmation at the that time. I haven't looked at it for a long time but know it's there if I get depressed. ... View more

Hope for the best! ... View more

I suggest you write it down to ask the doctor you see next .If that doctor doesn't know you may have to wait till you see your rad/onc. ... View more

I don't think a counsellor would suggest anti-depressants without good reason. Hopefully ,they will make you feel better .That would be good. ... View more

All the best during this difficult time. Others on this site will have a better understanding of the situation as they have had bowel cancer. You sound strong enough to cope. ... View more

I don't feel that I will be much help but keep posting and asking questions because you will get answers. Don't expect to be positive all the time and feel free to say what you need here as we all understand. It seems like your dad's operations didn't go as hoped .Surely something good is due to happen now. I will be thinking of you and your dad . ... View more

I had also been told mine wasn't cancer until after it was removed and biopsied. It had been in the back of my mind for months that it could be cancer. Mine is also very rare.My ent had never seen it before and my oncologist had only seen it once before . In February it will be 2 years since diagnosis and I must say the initial emotions are all gone . The staff where you have radiation will be so helpful .Ask for any help you need,including counselling ,if you feel the need. I ,too, have a head and neck cancer . I felt better once radiation started and I hope you do too. ... View more

That is good news . It is heartening to see new treatments for different cancers and different stages of those cancers emerging. There are so many kinds of radiation now and new drugs being trialled. Congratulations! ... View more

How old is your mum? It's difficult to offer suggestions , mot knowing the personalities and the roles you each have assumed . Families are all so different . Maybe a round table discussion??? Has Mum really been asked what SHE wants in each situation or does she let others take over ??? My mum is 83 and has 12 children so in a similar situation there would not always be full agreement,I am guessing. Best of luck! ... View more