Hi my husband has Mesothelioma and has just started radiotherapy treatment following chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments. It would be good to chat to anyone who is in a similar situation to me. Thanks.
Hi and warm welcome to the online community
I'm very sorry to hear that your husband has mesothelioma and I can understand why you'd like to chat to others in a similar situation to yourself.
The community is divided up into cancer specific groups so could I recommend that you join the mesothelioma group as you can then ask questions, share experiences and get support from others who will understand what you're going through.
There is also a carers group which you might like to join as it's a safe and supportive place to share your worries and concerns.
To join either or both of these groups just click on the links I've created and then choose 'join this group' on the pages that open. You can then introduce yourself and post questions after selecting 'start a discussion' and join in with existing conversations by clicking on 'reply'.
When you have a minute it would be useful if could pop something about your husband's journey so far into your profile as it really helps others when answering or looking for someone with a similar diagnosis. It also means that you don't have to keep repeating yourself. To do this click on your username and then select 'Edit Profile'. You can amend it at any time and if you're not sure what to write you can take a look at mine by clicking on my username.
Sending a supportive (((hug)))
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Hi and welcome to the Online Community, although I am sorry to see folks finding us and so sorry to hear about your husbands diagnosis - this must have been a big shock to you.
A cancer diagnosis can bring a lot of stress, confusion and many questions but talking with people who are on the same journey can help a lot so can I highlight our very supportive Mesothelioma Group.
Posting in this group will open up your concerns to a wider group of people who know exactly what you are both going through at the moment.
Follow the link I've created, join the group, then hit ‘start a discussion’ and you are ready to go.
You could then copy and paste the information from this first post into your new discussion or you can also join in with existing ‘discussions’ by clicking on 'reply'.
You may also find our Carers only and Family and friends groups a benefit as you will connect with others supporting family through their cancer journey.
Can I also highly recommend our various Macmillan Support Line Services - you can call them free on 0808 808 00 00 This service covers Emotional Support, Practical Information. Clinical Information, Financial Support and Work Guidance mostly open 9.00 to 5.00 but check the link but you may find the service very busy at the moment.
Our Online Information and Support Section is a good place to find information covering cancer diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers.
When you feel up to it, it would be useful if could pop something about your journey so far into your profile as it really helps others when answering or looking for someone with a similar diagnosis. It also means that you don't have to keep repeating yourself and if you're not sure what to write you can take a look at mine by clicking on my username but my journey was rather complicated.
All the very best.
