I need help and I don't know where to turn.

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I feel as if my world is crashing down around me. Who do I turn to? My doctor is a waste of time. Family all too busy. I want to scream. Please help me out with this. Tired face

  • Hi  and welcome to the Macmillan Community but so sorry to hear about the challenges you are having.

    You don’t say if you have cancer or you suspect you have cancer so it is hard to point you in the best direction to get the best support for you……. If you could tell us a little more about your back story that could help.

    But in the meantime you can call the Macmillan Support Line as it us open between 8am-8pm (timings may differ across services) 7 days a week on 0808 808 00 00…… this service provides cancer information, practical information, emotional support, or just a listening ear.

    Do get back to me if you need further help ((hugs))

    Mike (Thehighlander)

    It always seems impossible until its done - Nelson Mandela

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    I don't have any family (other than my dog), friends or anyone to talk to. The specialist said today that 'thyroid cancer is the best kind to have as there's a very high survival rate'. I'd had cervical spinal surgery 9 years ago and not only remember how horrible the recovery period was but still have chronic pain on the same side of the neck where the big node (several small ones on right side)on my thyroid. I've already have blood tests, a CT and ultrasound and am back at the hospital Monday for a biopsy to see how much of the thyroid needs to ve removed. I'm absolutely terrified and don't know how I'm going to make it through the weekend. 

  • Hi there   , just a little tip to help calm you before the appointment. Any pharmacy or health shop will carry Bach Rescue Remedy .Essential to get my hubby to the hospital for his appointments . And breathing exercises...sounds useless but really good for this kind of situation. Wishing you a calm weekend .

    Zillah 

  • Thank you so much for your reply. I have cancer, in my kidney, also waiting on results for chest xray. Im really struggling with it all and I'm making myself ill. Can't eat, concentrate or even speak at times. Its so difficult. 

    Niks. 

  • You poor soul. Bless you. 

    I have family but they all have families of their own. I haven't told my kids. I don't have the heart. I was told in thd beginning my cancer was all contained in my kidney but now they want to check my chest and lungs and I fear the worst. I don't want to leave my children

    Lots of hugs

    Niks 

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    FormerMember in reply to Zillah

    Thanks Zillah. I have terrible problems with anxiety so have been doing mindfulness for years. Unfortunately, I've also had to go through 2 different rounds of major surgery on my own already in the past two years. So, I don't have any resilience left to deal with this latest shock - but have to somehow carry on in order to take care of my 13 year old dog. 

    It was very kind of you to write and I wish you and your husband health and happiness. 

  • Hi again  you may want to join our supportive Kidney cancer support group where you will connect with others navigating the same journey ((hugs))

    Mike (Thehighlander)

    It always seems impossible until its done - Nelson Mandela

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    FormerMember in reply to Niks

    My heart goes out to you Niks - I totally understand how terrifying that must all be for you

  • Hi Rainyday7,

    I am sorry you are going through such a tough time. I am thinking of you and sending my love.

    Nobody on this forum is finding it easy but together we can support one another through this journey. You have shown such courage with your previous surgeries.  

    Take your time to process this. Be kind to yourself and reach out to the forum. Take care,

  • Hi Niks,

    Just to say that I am thinking of you and the same narratives have been running through my mind. I would imagine most people who have contributed to this forum have experienced this.

    You are not alone and the encouragement and empathy on here has certainly helped me as I await my results.

    Sending love and support. Take care.