Bad news.

[NicFirth]

Those that were around in Feb may remember that my brother in law had an operation to remove a brain tumour, which subsequently was found to be malignant.

Well following chemo and radio therapy, he's back in hospital and an MRI scan show that its grown back.

He can't undergo any more radio therapy, and short of cutting it out each time it grows back there isn't much more they can do.

I don't know whether we are talking weeks, months or years, yet but certainly the optimistic 6-10 year prediction seems to be out of the window now.

Really gutted and angry right now, but don't feel like smoking either.

Life can be so f##king unfair.

[nsd_user663_4625]

So sorry

Hi Nic,

I am so sorry about your bad news. I had cancer 13 years ago at the age of 35 but I was one of the lucky ones, caught it in time. Had op, chemo & radio therapy. I really don't know what to say to you as when it gets to the point that there is nothing more to be done, what can you say. Enjoy all the time you can together.

My thoughts are with you & always here.

Love Gaynor xxx

[nsd_user663_4683]

hi nic,

im really sorry to hear the news on your brother in law.

i will keep him and all your family in my thoughts.

doey x

[nsd_user663_4482]

really sorry to hear that nic!

cancer is a terrible thing. i cannot relate to you in anyway, but what i will say is GOD be with your brother in law

i'll pray for him and for you.

love

jamie

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

[nsd_user663_4016]

Nic, So sorry to hear about your brother in law. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I am glad that you didn't smoke, but I know you are a strong person and have no doubt that you will be fine. Spend as much time as you can with your family.

[nsd_user663_4804]

I'm really sorry to hear this, you're right, sometimes life IS completely unfair. I hoep you and your family can find some comfort together.

[nsd_user663_3728]

Those that were around in Feb may remember that my brother in law had an operation to remove a brain tumour, which subsequently was found to be malignant.

Well following chemo and radio therapy, he's back in hospital and an MRI scan show that its grown back.

He can't undergo any more radio therapy, and short of cutting it out each time it grows back there isn't much more they can do.

I don't know whether we are talking weeks, months or years, yet but certainly the optimistic 6-10 year prediction seems to be out of the window now.

Really gutted and angry right now, but don't feel like smoking either.

Life can be so f##king unfair.

Hi Nic

I am so sorry to hear this terrible news about your brother in law

I can understand how gutted and angry you feel right now and yes life is f**king unfair

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Love

Margxxxxxxxxxx

[NicFirth 10 Years Smoke Free]

Thanks everyone,

Last night when I heard I just needed to rant a bit,

Not much anyone can say, but thanks for your thoughts.

Nic

[nsd_user663_1733]

Aw Nick

So very sorry to hear this my soninlaws uncle have been told exact same thing last week. lifes a bitch sometimes and pray for him and your family.xxxxx

[nsd_user663_3704]

It's not fair

So sorry to hear this Nic.

You've been such an inspiration to so many on this forum it's just not fair that you've now got this to deal with.

My thoughts and best wishes to you and your family at this awful time-try and take some comfort from the fact that you've helped so many on here and that even this dreadful news hasn't weakened your resolve.

popsies

[nsd_user663_3950]

Sorry to hear that mate. You're right, life certainly can be very unfair. Awful thing to happen to anyone. Good idea using the forum to have a rant, as you've said there's not much anyone can say really but it just helps to vent sometimes.

All the very best with getting through this difficult time.

[nsd_user663_4051]

Very sad news Nic, I pray he doesn't suffer too much xx.

[nsd_user663_3633]

Nic,

I dunno what to say, mate.

Just, all the best to you and yours - I hope the remainder of his time is pain free and enjoyable.

As everyone else has said, you and your family are in my thoughts.

All the best,

Stu.

[nsd_user663_4026]

Hi Nic,

only just seen this. Very sorry. I have been there with a family member and its rubbish. Thoughts with all of you. xxxx

[Deke 9 Years Smoke Free]

Hi Nic,

Really sorry to hear this terrible news. my thoughts are with you and your family.

Deke

[nsd_user663_4196]

Nic, ive only just read this, and im sorry to hear your sad news, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, take car, x

tracy21

[Hope48]

Im so very sorry,I dont know what to say.

Im thinking and praying for you and the family.

xxx

[NicFirth 10 Years Smoke Free]

Thank you all for your kind, supportive and comforting words. Thankfully its not such bad news after all.

Bl##dy doctors!

[nsd_user663_2435]

keeping him in my prayers xx