My husband has lymphoma and recently had different cancer on wrist and head. New pet scan shows cancer in pancreas and liver. He is doing well with the news so far. We are in the waiting stage for appts.
Hi Timpe and a warm welcome to the Macmillan Community but so sorry to hear about your husband.
This can be such a challenging and stressful time. I have been in my Lymphoma journey.for over 24 years so I understand the difficulties.
The Community is actually divided into dedicated Support Groups (Discussion Rooms)……… so if you care to have a look through this link Cancer Specific Groups you will find all our dedicated cancer support groups listed.
These groups are safe places to talk to others who may have a similar diagnosis, treatment experience, to ask questions and get support from family members who are navigating the same journey.
As for the practical and emotional challenges of supporting your husband and indeed yourself you may benefit from joining and posting in our……..
Carers only (if you are his/her caregiver)
……support groups where you will connect with others navigating the same support challenges.
The Macmillan Support Line is 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.
We also have our Ask an Expert section but do allow 3 working days for a reply.
Talking to people ‘face to face’ can be very helpful so do check to see if you have any Local Macmillan Support in your area, do also check for a local Maggie's Centre as these folks are amazing.
Do get back to me if you need further help navigating the community.
I see that you have joined our Hodgkin lymphoma group....... you will always find me hanging around in there.
