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My father in law was diagnosed with cancer of the Oesophagus late last year. He couldn't eat at all and was tube fed through the nose. He's had his chemo, a huge operation and has been given the all clear and had his 'mop up chemo sessions, The problem...
Hi I had cancer in 2020 mid covid at the time my children were 10months 7 years and 11years. My eldest daughter ever since has seemed angry and depressed even though I don’t have cancer anymore I’ve never know if there is support out there for her that...
Hello. My mum has had ovarian cancer twice and she’s both a miracle and a fighter enough to been able to survive it. Both my great nan and my nan have passed away from the same illness. Although the treatment that is being given to my mum at the moment...
My partner Pete has always had his “Susie” side, but since his cancer she is becoming the main topic of conversation. We have been together 25 years and I’ve always known about his cross dressing. I had a malignant melanoma removed from my leg just as...
We’re at the point of post radio for my husband prostrate cancer, appointment in October to see if it’s worked. Husband has no wish to go out & do anything, he says he’s lost his confidence. I feel like we should be doing lots of things now he’s feeling...
Hi, My sister was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. She has undergone a surgery ( hysterectomy, BSO and omentum removal) and is now under chemotherapy treatment. She has been assigned 6 chemos in total and she is now at the middle of the treatment. I...
My mum was diagnosed with stage 4 GBM in May this year following surgery. She has since had 6 weeks of radiotherapy and chemo (TMZ) and is due to start chemo again at the end of august. They have told us that the consultant may scan again in 3 or 6 months...
i recently found out my dad has terminal cancer. I let myself cry but I feel lost and don’t know how to react or say at times. I can’t get myself to say aloud that he’s dying and I’m not sure if it’s the feeling of if I say it it’s more real. my dad also...
Hi, I have realised that I need some professional support because I am really struggling with coming to terms with mum’s decline. What psychological support is out there for family members? Many thanks, Oliver
My friend’s husband has been given a month and will soon need at home care. I don’t know where to start looking for support for her.
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