Not sure if I'm the only one like this?
My husband was officially diagnosed in March, started treatment in April.
He feels I need a break away, as his words this morning were " you're becoming a bit neurotic!" Which in all honesty I feel mentally exhausted as constantly questioning him etc
We normally travel seperately, have done for years. I was due away next week, but not sure about going. Hes said go & try to sort my head out & forget about being a nurse....he had a bit of cold, which is clearing, more runny nose than cold symptoms.
Do I go, would I feel guilty, would I worry constantly or would it do me good???
Hes ok eating, drinking, goes out once a day 2nd Immuno next wk along with 1st Zometa.
Anyone else feel like this, been in this position...is it normal to be around someone 24/7 constantly worrying.
Sorry for this ramble, but I really felt I had to write it down...
Hi Tillyboo,Sorry you are feeling like this.I feel if your husband thinks you need a break you may benefit from taking one.I think most carers worry it’s not an easy thing to switch off from.I cared for my late disabled mother for nearly 16 years until I got cancer.I never got any time away but had to put mum into respite care because I was too ill to look after her.Having time apart enabled mum to be looked after while I had major surgery.It sounds like your husband would manage if you did go away.Best wishes whatever you decide to do.Jane x
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