Hi everyone I just need to vent, get advice and speak to someone. I have been with my partner for nearly 12 years we have a little girl together and he owns our home. When I had my first appointment for scan biopsy and mammogram and was told by the Consultant they was very concerned, he was amazing really supportive, sad obviously but helpful loving said he wanted to get married asap. This lasted all of 3 days before he forgot I'm going through the worst time of my life and now he said he doesn't want me, because I can't give him what he wants as in sex wise but my head just isn't with it at all its the last thing on my mind, he wanted to go out drinking and I just want a level head for my results Monday, aswell as my little girl starting back school. He wants us to move out I'm devastated he isn't the supportive partner I thought he would be and now Im Worried if we do work things out and it ends up that I do have cancer how supportive will he actually be through it all? As if waiting to be diagnosed isn't stressful enough he just doesn't understand how I'm feeling even though I have told him. Deep down I already know if he really loved me he would do what he's doing but I do love him I just wish he would be more supportive. All i can think is the worst if we stay together and I loose my hair will he still want me or go else where I cannot cope with all this emotion and stress, I'm really trying to keep it together for my little girls sake she's only 6 but I'm so scared, frightened, sad I cud go on but have no more words as u can imagine u have all felt going through the dreaded 2 week wait
Sorry for the long message
DBL
Hi DBL I’m so sorry to hear that you’re going through all this, it’s all so emotionally draining and to add to that what you must be going through with your partner is dreadful, have you family near by that could help you.
Just remember you are not alone, we are all here to lend a friendly ear and help each other through this.
Sending you a massive hug
Diane xx
Thankyou Diane, I do have family around me but I don't want to burden them with all thats going on with my partner and then turn them against him. They would be a big support but its him who I really want it off and sadly haven't got. Thankyou for your kinds words xxx
Hi DBLDBL
Oh dear sorry to hear your situation, unfortunately men sometimes just cannot handle situations like these so the easy way is to walk away. Currently you need support not another child haveinng a tantrum to look after
You are strong enough to deal with this, honestly you will come through it with a couple of battle scars but just take some legal advice as living as common law husband and wife certainly changes things, even if you just listen and take advice..
I went through a divorce, sold a house bought a house had to find a job went back full time with a 6 month old and 2 years old,
Discuss it with people who will listen not judge,
You can do this x
Hi DBL, can’t imagine how you must feel, the one person you want to turn to for support has turned away…..I understand you not wanting to ‘burden’ other family members, but I’m sure they would be devastated if they knew you were struggling to do this own your own. I realise he may be scared also and is pushing you away because he knows he can’t handle it, but you must put yourself and your daughter first and foremost at this time.
Maybe find one family member or friend who you can confide in without them being too judgmental of the whole situation.
This community is here to listen to your concerns and offer support through all this
Sending you good wishes and hugs xx
Thankyou all for your kind words it's so nice to know I can reach out and gwt advice even comforting words from you all and knowing you all understand how I'm feeling. I'm just thinking get Monday over with see which way my life is taking me then deal with my relationship side that's all I can do head is spinning and can't take no more in at the moment xxx
Hi DBL,
you are never alone on this site, plus if you are feeling sore then there’s the helpline too, 0808 808 0000, and if it’s out of hours and you really do feel bereft then Samaritans are there too at all hours, they are not just for ‘those’ times.
Waiting for the results really is one of the very worst times, we all remember it and it tears again every year for mammograms results.
Sending a big hug xxx
Moomy
Whatever cancer throws your way, we’re right there with you.
We’re here to provide physical, financial and emotional support.
© Macmillan Cancer Support 2025 © Macmillan Cancer Support, registered charity in England and Wales (261017), Scotland (SC039907) and the Isle of Man (604). Also operating in Northern Ireland. A company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales company number 2400969. Isle of Man company number 4694F. Registered office: 3rd Floor, Bronze Building, The Forge, 105 Sumner Street, London, SE1 9HZ. VAT no: 668265007