Do tell the person you are thinking of them praying for them keeping them in your thoughts etc.

What to say if someone has terminal cancer. My estranged Dad we have only spoken twice in 30 years has informed me that he has terminal cancer. Hes a painter uncle or co-worker. Dont know what to say.

If you know somebody who has been through cancer you can mention this and offer to introduce them but dont push it. For example you might. Im not sure what to say but I want you to know I care.

Im here for you Show up for your loved one and remain by their side as they go through this process. Im here for you. If you receive the news that you or a loved one has terminal cancer youll likely go through a range of emotions often within a short period.

Are you sorry that they are going through this. Here are a few more conversation starters. Ask permission to raise sensitive topics.

Thank you for being in my. Respect the other persons feelings. Sometimes the right thing to say to a person who has cancer is nothing at all.

This has been confirmed by other family members. The best advice in this situation is to say how you feel. Notice cues from the person and respond to these.