Andy Goram's bravery praised by Scots cancer patients after Rangers legend told of terminal diagnosis

Medics and sufferers have praised Andy Goram’s bravery in talking about his most cancers and stated it may assist save lives.

Former Rangers and Scotland goalie Andy has been telling the Document about his battle with oesophageal most cancers and the way he has refused chemotherapy, giving him about six months to dwell.

Oesophageal most cancers sufferers Linda Moffat, 56, and Paul Sinclair, 55, had been amongst many who stated his choice to speak in regards to the situation may assist make folks conscious of the signs and save lives.

Linda, of Auchterarder, Perthshire, stated: “What he has completed will assist folks lots. Any consciousness helps. It was completely heartbreaking studying his story.”

Showjumper Linda Moffat says Andy Goram's story is "heartbreaking" (Picture: Sinclair Pictures)

Linda, who was a showjumper earlier than her prognosis, stated that whereas oesophageal most cancers is linked to life-style, in lots of instances it may be unrelated so all folks ought to concentrate on the signs.

Paul, of Kirkcaldy, stated: “The essential factor is that it has come to the forefront via somebody like Andy Goram having this illness and talking about it.”

Paul Sinclair says Andy Goram's story has resonated with him (Picture: equipped)

Paul was understanding within the gymnasium and doing novice strongman occasions earlier than his prognosis.

He stated: “I felt like there was wind on the backside of my rib cage. I had no ache, simply an annoying niggle in my chest.

“My signs appeared trivial however due to the coaching I do I have a tendency to pay attention to my physique. I realised one thing wasn’t fairly proper and went to the physician.”

Paul stated his physician referred him for an endoscopy which resulted in a tumour being discovered.

Caroline Geraghty of Most cancers Analysis UK (Picture: equipped)

After an operation and classes of chemo earlier than and after surgical procedure, Paul is again within the gymnasium and seeking to the long run.

However he warned: “This isn't one thing which simply seems someday, it sneaks up on you however the faster you catch it the higher.”

Caroline Geraghty, a nurse at Most cancers Analysis UK, stated: “My coronary heart goes out to Andy and his household. He's being actually courageous speaking about it.

“We would like folks to know if one thing is incorrect and doesn’t resolve itself you must go and see a GP.”

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