My husband is terminal and I’m a mess it’s now in his liver we had been engaged 21 years and got married last Friday . I don’t know what to do he’s lost 6 stones since April and is having palliative chemo only had one session so far and was looking good then yesterday he went downhill drastically won’t let me call anyone won’t talk about it won’t eat and barely drinks.he says he hasn’t given up and is ready for chemo next week, what can I do ???? I’m lost and lonely
Hi and welcome to the Online Community but so sorry to hear about your husbands diagnosis. This is going to be such a hard time for you all to have to work through.
A terminal cancer diagnosis in the family can be challenging in so many way but you may find talking with others who are walking the same type of cancer support journey will help you navigate this difficult time. I have incurable cancer so my experiences are rather different.
When it comes to the specific practical challenges of supporting someone you may benefit from talking with others caring for family and friends so do check out our Carers only and Supporting someone with incurable cancer groups where you will connect with others supporting family and friends
To join a group just click on the link above then choose 'click to join' or 'join' (depending on the device you're using) on the page that opens.
You can then introduce yourself by putting up a ‘New Thread’ or hit the box with the X on the top right (phones), you could just copy and paste the text from this your first post. You can also join in with existing ‘Discussions’ by clicking on 'reply'.
It’s always good to talk so do call the Macmillan Support Services on 0808 808 00 00 - most services are open 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week Clicking here to see what is available. This service provides lots of cancer information, support, financial guidance or just a listening ear.
We also have Cancer Nurse Team in our Ask an Expert section, but do allow two working days for replies from our expert team.
All the very best ((hugs))
