When I was first diagnosed with stage 3 lung cancer I was very emotional. Had surgery and chemo then radiotherapy it disappeared for a few months. Now am having immunotherapy that's holding one lymph node in place but they found more and I read the letter tonight like a ding and it's sent me in a panic. I live alone and have no friends. I have 4 kids 2 with babies so their busy one in uni far away and the other with her own health issues.. I'm scared and lonely all the time. I feel like my mental is spinning out of control. I don't know where else to go to talk to anyone. I don't come here often cause I try not to think about it cause it scares me being alone handling it all. Thank yall for listening
Update today still feeling off. I hate being alone all the time. I've tried talking, taking lorazepam,listening the hrtz sounds for anxiety and panic attacks and nothing is working. I feel stupid on here going on but I feel like my mind isn't not right if u get me. I'm not gonna do anything stupid but beginning to think maybe hospital time. I want to move to assisted living as I just found out my son doesn't want to move back to hartlepool after uni and I don't want to be alone but I have a little doggie and I don't want to get rid of him.. but he's mean he's a biter difently reason chihuahua are called ankle biters.. I just need to be ok .. and not scared does anyone else have these problems
Hi Frazzled
It’s Wayne here from the Online Community team. I’m so sorry to hear that you’re struggling with anxiety and panic attacks. It’s understandable to hear that you are struggling when you are going through a cancer diagnosis. Please know that Macmillan is here to support you every step of the way.
It’s good to read that you have visited your GP this morning. I hope your appointment has gone well and you have received some support with how you are feeling. Additionally, there are helplines available that can offer immediate assistance and support should you need it:
You can always call our Macmillan Support Line when you want to talk things through with someone for advice, emotional support or even just a listening ear. Our Support Line teams are available 7 days a week, 8am-8pm on freephone 0808 808 00 00. If you would rather speak to them via message, you can also do so via live webchat or by email.
We would always recommend discussing how you are feeling with your GP or medical team. If you need help and it’s outside of your GP’s opening hours, please call the non-emergency NHS 111 on 111 for England and Scotland. NHS Direct Wales on 0845 46 47 if you are from Wales. If you’re in Northern Ireland, you can find details of an out of hours service here.
On top of the peer support the Online Community can provide, you could also contact a Macmillan Professional on our Ask an expert. Our experienced Cancer Information Nurse Specialists can answer questions about your cancer treatment, side effects and more. Whilst you can also contact our Information and Support Advisers who are here to answer any questions you might have. They can answer questions about the emotional, practical and financial impacts of cancer. The forum group is open from Monday to Friday, and you can post your question by clicking the ‘+ New’ button in the top-right corner of the page. Once you have posted your question, a qualified Macmillan professional will respond within 1 to 3 working days.
I hope the above makes sense and I’ve been able to reassure you that we are here to help. Please know that you are not alone. Macmillan and the Online Community are here to support you.
Best Wishes,
Wayne
Macmillan Online Community Team
