My mother is 82 years old, has dementia and is progressing quite fast according to the doctor, was diagnosed having lung cancer a few weeks ago, and was given 3 to 6 months to live?  The family members plan to tell her about her having cancer or a tumor.  I have to concerns
Hi, Thanks for writing in. You might discuss with other members of the family and assess her general condition. Instead of using the word cancer, you might put it across as a disease which requires long duration care and treatment. Her wishes are to be respected and this might be done by talking about her general condition regularly and trying to know what she feels about herself. Dementia is a difficult situation, and it is possible that she might not be able to understand the seriousness of her situation. In view of this it will be good to ad Chat Doctor.  In the end we want her to live in comfort and with the least pain possible. Please discuss with the pain relief doctor and provide adequate medicine and nutrition. Please do not worry.