My DH has metastatic bone cancer. Primary was breast cancer which he had in 2020. The bone cancer was diagnosed in late 2022 and he receiving palliative care. The cancer is in his spine, ribs, pelvis, a little in his lungs and now an increasing amount of skin mets, including large lumps on his head and back. We know the lump on his head is affecting his nerves, causing some facial numbness and double vision in one eye.
Over the 19 months since diagnosis he has declined considerably. Extensive pain and weight loss. Doesn't eat much, very reduced mobility. Sleeps a LOT! Over the past few weeks he's been groaning a lot in his sleep and now he's started talking in his sleep as though he's talking to another person. Most is unintelligible but I've heard his say "want that" several times. When awake he is mostly alert and "with it".
Has anyone else experienced this delirium in a loved one with advanced cancer? I'm wondering if it's moving into his brain, but will speak with the doctor tomorrow when he visits. Interested in hearing other experiences.