Hello,
ive just been diagnosed with stage 4 kidney cancer. Finding it really hard to talk to friends and family about how I’m feeling but I am petrified! Started immunotherapy yesterday to hopefully try and shrink it. Just wondered if anyone had any advice or tips on how people cope with all this! I’m only 25 and this has just been such a shock
Hi Hannah1996 and welcome to the Online Community but so sorry to hear about your diagnosis and how young you are.
A cancer diagnosis can be very challenging and indeed talking with family and friends can be hard but talking with others who are walking the same type of cancer treatment journey (my one is completely different) will help you navigate this difficult time.
The New to Community is like the Community Reception area and as there are many cancer types and experiences so likewise the Community has many support groups so can I recommend you start of by joining our supportive Kidney cancer group as this will be a good place to connect with folks who may be on the same cancer treatment pathway.
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))
