Hi I'm new to the group I was diagnosed with Acute Lymphatic leukaemia March last year. I have had 2 phases of chemotherapy which have both had complications the last being a perforated bowel requiring a 7 1/2 hr operation and a stoma bag. I also lost my husband to lung cancer the year previously. I am still trying to come to terms with the curveball life has thrown at me but I will continue to fight with support.
Hi and a warm welcome to the Online Community, a Community that no one really looks to see themselves joining, and so sorry to hear about your ALL diagnosis and to hear about the lose of your husband.
I was 44 (now 65) when I was first diagnosed with a rare skin Lymphoma (CTCL). So I know that a blood cancer diagnosis brings a lot of confusion, stress and many questions but talking with other people who are on the same type of journey can help a lot.
The Community is organised into support groups so you may want to start by joining our supportive Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia group as this is the place where you will connect with others walking the treatment journey both as patient or family.
Follow the above link then choose ‘click to join' or ‘join’ when the page opens. You can then introduce yourself, post questions or just join in with existing discussions by clicking on 'reply'.
It’s always good to talk and the Macmillan Support Services provides lots of information, support, financial guidance or just a listing ear.
Most services are open 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week and it's free to call on 0808 808 00 00 have a look by Clicking here to see what is available and we also have our Ask an Expert section, but do allow two working days for replies from our expert team.
Our Online Information and Support Section is a good place to find information covering diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers.
All the very best.
