Hi,
I'm new to the group, Mum was diagnosed about 6 week ago, going from her feeling unwell to diagnosis of AML no treatment. Feeling overwhelmed with dealing with still uncertain symptoms to DNR's.
Any advise or what to expect would be very welcomed.
Trish :)
Hi Trish and welcome to this corner of the Community although always sorry to see folks joining us. I am Mike and I help out around our blood cancer groups.
I am so so sorry to hear about your mum, unfortunately AML can be very aggressive and at times, it gets beyond a treatment point very quickly.
I don’t have AML but was diagnosed way back in 1999 with a rare incurable but treatable type of skin Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Stage 4a so my journey is rather different.
There are a few family members post in this group but most, once a condition develops in this way tend to move over to our general Carers only and Supporting someone with incurable cancer groups as this is where you will connect with others supporting family during these challenging times.
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, support, financial guidance or just a listening ear.
We also have Cancer Nurse Team in our Ask an Expert section, but do allow two working days for replies from our expert team.
Always around to chat more and help as best as I can ((hugs))
