Hi lovely people im after some guidance...i fell ill january 2024 had 3 surgeries lost 8stone still being sick an pain till april this year when my suspected bowel blockage appeared to be cancer an i had another op.im currently waiting for chemo but i lost so much weight im trying to build myself up which is going so well....but....the last 2 weeks i just cannot stop crying im so miserable an quiet an analysing everything im scared of pushing my partner away because im just not me at the moment i need some help to sort my head out before i end up losing everything an every one.sorry to waffle xx
Hi Iceprincess257 and welcome to the Macmillan Community but so sorry to hear about your diagnosis.
Navigating the cancer journey can be such a stressful and challenging time but getting support from others who are dealing with the ‘exact same' cancer type can help a lot.
The Community is actually divided into dedicated Cancer 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 members who are navigating the exact same journey.
Have a look through the LIST above and once you find the support group for your cancer type....... click on the link and when the group page opens you will see a [Black - Click to Join - Banner] at the bottom of the page, click in this box and this will then confirm that you have joined the group.
When you are ready……. you can introduce yourself by putting up your very own post by clicking [+ Create new post] or [+] in the top right of the group page.
You can copy and paste the text from this post into your new post.
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, benefits/financial guidance or just a listening ear.
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.
