My husband has renal cancer which has spread to his hip and pelvic bones. He has had radiotherapy and is now on immunotherapy, which is helping him improve. However, because the cancer is in his hip bone he is disabled and uses a wheelchair now. He is also on a lot of medication including high dose opiates by patch for pain.
Because his condition has improved and he is trying to walk again, he thinks he is fit to drive. We have an automatic car, which he could operate, but having asked 3 medical professionals, all of them say it is not advisable to drive with his condition and on his current medication.
He is very disappointed and argumentative about this. I agree with them and believe it is not safe. He says I am stopping him doing something he loves.
How do I make him understand without upsetting him? He says if he feels well and not drowsy then it’s up to him!
As he needs my help to actually get in and out of the car, he cannot go without my cooperation, thank goodness.
Has anyone else encountered this situation with a stubborn and proud family member?
