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Hello Red83 

I'm replying to bump your post back to first page as I didn't need chemotherapy with my breast cancer, but by replying hopefully there's some ladies around who can give you some hints and tips.

Kindest wishes to the both of you,

Lesley

Hi Red83,

I had chemotherapy last year. The best way to support your partner is to just be there. Be a listening ear when she want to scream and cry. Attend appointments with her if you can. Listen to what's being said. I never heard half of it. I had to ask my partner to confirm things. Ask questions she may be afraid to ask.

My partner did the cooking and cleaning when I was unable to do so. The fatigue is very real and the more chemo sessions you have the fatigue accumulates. Everyone different she may sail through it. 

The important thing is just be there. I wish yous well on this journey xx

Hi Red83,  I am very sorry to hear about your wife's diagnosis.  It really is a rollercoaster ride and cancer does effect the whole family.  I think the best bit of advice I was given was to try and keep things and routine as normal as possible.  First time I had chemo I said to my husband I would like chilli con carne for tea and a glass of wine .  What I mean is try and keep to your normal routine it helped me tremendously.  Also my husband came with me for every appointment and chemo session.  Your wife is lucky to have you as you obviously love her very much.  Good luck to you and your wife on this journey.

Lee x

Thank you xx

1. Thank you xx

Sorry still trying to figure how thos chat box works. There could be a few triple responses

Thank you. I intend to be at as many appointments as possible.

We write questions and queries down when we think of them. 

I will. She won't have to worry about any of that.

Thank you again, and I wish you well on your journey also xx

Hello. It does massively affect the wider family and friends network. 

Yes she said that. She wants to keep as much normality as possible. Which seems impossible right now. But I guess we'll find our rhythm when we get started.

I will be at as many as possible. But between our support network she will never be alone.

Thank you for the insight. Xxxx