Dying from prostate cancer
Although advanced prostate cancer can’t be cured, treatments can keep it under control for many years and help to manage symptoms. But there will come a time when treatment stops working.
If you have advanced prostate cancer and are approaching the end of your life, you might have a lot of questions about what will happen. On these pages we try to help answer some of your questions and help you get more support. If someone you love is coming to the end of their life, this information is for you as well.
If you’ve recently been diagnosed, you might find it useful to read our general information about advanced prostate cancer.
What to expect
Find out what to expect as your cancer progresses and how to manage problems, such as pain or sickness.
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Planning your care
Learn about end of life care and support you can get, where you can be cared for, and who might be able to help.
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Talking about dying
Get support with starting difficult conversations about dying and help your family and friends feel more prepared.
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Ten ways to feel more in control
Get ideas for things you can do to help take control in the months or weeks ahead.
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Thoughts and feelings
Read about thoughts and feelings you might have and ideas for how to deal with them.
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Practical things
Find help with sorting finances, making a will, or planning a funeral.
Supporting someone who is approaching the end of their life
Find out ways to support someone who is dying and how you can get support for yourself.
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