I was diagnosed with bowel cancer last week and told 4 days later it was stage 4. It's been a very difficult time for the family and my symptoms were meaning I had no energy and was very sick and sore. I was lucky to have the district nurse team call to do my syringe driver to try to manage the symptoms. Not having to leave my home and getting the time with my family has been invaluable. The nurses are fantastic, so caring professional and attentive. I could not ask for better. My only recommendation would be that their role is extended. If I need fluids I have to be readmitted to hospital. Due to my age I am not eligible for acute care at home. I would hate to need hospital admission. Due to covid and no visiting it would mean my now restricted time is spent away from the people I love. This needs reviewed Asap for all those in my position.
"My diagnosis and illness"
About: Dungannon / District Nursing Dungannon District Nursing Portadown BT63 5QQ
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