Hi everyone, my husband was told yesterday that after his bowel cancer operation and months of Chemo that his blood results looked clear, to be repeated in the new year and then again in June.
My problem is I'm ashamed to say is that I'm scared to believe it and I still feel very alone and depressed.
I lost my Mother to cancer 6 years ago, I broke up with my step, only family 3 years ago and have been trying to deal with my husbands diagnosis since the beginning of this year.
I know I should be happy but after everything that's happened and having to practically sheild for the past 18 months I feel emotionally beaten, so sad and so alone.
I'm here now because I'm so alone.
Hi and welcome to the Online Community but so sorry to hear about the journey you and your husband have been on but I do hope you will find lots of comfort and support from people who understand here on the Online Community.
The Community has many dedicated support groups so can I recommend you start by joining our supportive Family and friends group. This is a safe place to talk to other people who might have a similar 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.
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.
Talking to people face to face can indeed help a lot but during these strange times it’s not that available but do check to see if you have any Local Macmillan Support in your area has opened up. Do also check out for a local Maggie's Centre
Always around if you need further help in navigating the community.
All the very best ((hugs))
