My fatherinlaw was diag'd w/gastric adenocarcinoma in Mar '07- underwent partial gastrectomy....then in June due to stricture complications took the rest of his stomach. At the beginning of Mar this year, he'd gone to ER for what he believed to be rib issue....cancer is back, in liver too many masses to count including one that measures 9.5 cm. found spot on lung as well. Has opted not to do chemo, because it would only (maybe) reduce symptoms....extend life 1 month (again maybe)
He has to have someone with him at all times, I stay during day, my husband an only child stays evenings.....the motherinlaw is in end stage chf and at this time is in a rehab facility.....
Sorry so long, but I'm just wondering what additional symptoms to anticipate, and how to help him. We're just getting started on this journey, and he hesitates to accept any help, even though he's too weak to walk without staggering. Admitted to hospice care this past week, but wont even try the walker they provided.
I would sure appreciate any input from those of you who have been through, or are going through this.
Thanks so much
Tommy