Yesterday we were given the news my husband(age 63) has a rare aggressive prostate tumour and it’s only a matter of months if that-how can I best support him?
Yesterday we were given the news my husband(age 63) has a rare aggressive prostate tumour and it’s only a matter of months if that-how can I best support him?
Dear Jorjigirl
Thank you for getting in touch with the Macmillan online community, my name is Pauline and I am one of the Cancer Information Nurses on the Macmillan Support line.
I am very sorry to hear this. Supporting someone we love with a terminal diagnosis is so very difficult. It is important to make sure that you and your husband are receiving the right support and guidance. Having a good team of people around your husband can help him to be as good as he can be for as long as can be. This team of people are referred to as the palliative care team. The team have a number of professionals who work together to ensure he receives the best possible care. For a referral to the palliative care team, you should make an appointment with your husbands GP as soon as possible.
Looking after someone with cancer can be challenging, some people find talking to others who are going through a similar experience can be helpful. I noticed you have joined the prostate cancer online forum, you may also find the friends and family forum also helpful.
Marie Curie also have some very good resources on their website, they have these booklets which you can either download or order in paper copy from the website.
I think it would be really helpful if you could give us a call on the helpline so that we can talk you through what kind of support that is available and how to access this. The number is 0808 808 0000 and we are open from 8am to 8pm seven days a week.
Ref PG/KS
Best Wishes
