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Dad has metastize lung cancer in his brain. had radiation but now there is nothing they can do. what will his symptoms be as the cancer takes over?

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Depends: It really depends on which part of the brain is involved. He could become paralyzed or blind or possibly unable to speak. Speak with a neurologist about which symptoms would be most likely. Best of luck and sorry to hear about your father's disease.

Answered 1/30/2015

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