r/cancer 3d ago

Patient Prognosis is worse than I thought

Hi

I posted on here about a month ago, I had ended up in the hospital with fluid around my heart and my oncologist told me I had maybe 6 months-1 year to live. Well, on Saturday I wound up in the hospital again thinking it was the same problem. Turns out, the tumor next to my heart grew from 4cm to 13cm in the month I’ve been home, and it’s pushing on my heart & causing a lot of strain. The oncologist then explained that he had tried to be optimistic about my prognosis in July, but because of this development he thinks I have a few weeks left at most.

I’ve just been crying since I got home. I wanted more time with my family and friends. I feel so rushed now, all the plans I had just went down the toilet. Thank you to everyone who read my rants and gave me advice, I wish you all the best.

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u/NoTap7503 3d ago

I truly believe we have another journey after this life. what that is idk. I am also scared but I can't imagine ur feelings rn. u r loved and I wish u all the best on wherever your journey takes you ❤️

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u/fixed_night_turn419 3d ago

I believe we have another journey waiting for us as well. You are loved and I want to wish you peace and time with your family. I hear your story, and it’s helping me to cope with cancer as well. I’ll remember you and your story. Thank you ❤️