Hi, my husband had just been diagnosed with aggressive Bladder cancer, just 5 years after a Prostate Cancer diagnosis. I think because he dealt so well with the Prostate cancer and really almost sailed through the treatment, it has come as a total blow. I know I need to be strong for him, but golly that seems hard just now. Looking for some support and maybe some experiences of life following treatment.
Hi and welcome to the Online Community but I am so sorry to hear about you husbands bladder cancer diagnosis but I do hope you will find lots of comfort and support here on the Online Community.
The Community has many dedicated support groups so can I recommend you start by joining our Bladder cancer group. This is a safe place to talk to other people who might have a similar diagnosis or treatment experience.
If you'd like to connect into this group, you need to join the group. First click on the Green link I have created above. Then click on the black banner that says [click to join] at the bottom, or the [Join] button under "Group tools."
You can then introduce yourself by putting up a new post by clicking in the box near the top right with + New (Computers) or + (Mobile Devices). You will then see a dropdown menu so why not hit ‘Start a Discussion in New here, say hello’
You could copy and paste the text from this your first post. You can also search through existing ‘Discussions’ and click [reply] if you want to put up a comment.
When it comes to the practical challenges of supporting someone you may benefit from joining our supportive Family and friends groups where you will connect with others supporting family and friends
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, emotional support, benefit and financial guidance or just a listening ear.
To find information covering diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers check our Online Information and Support Section.
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All the very best ((hugs))
