New to group - trying to deal with psychological stress following treatment

hi BMW. 
I am at the beginning of my journey so I haven’t experienced what you are experiencing  I’m wondering whether you have spoken to anybody about this, like your GP, as it sounds to me like you may have some PTSD. It’s very difficult, difficult because having a cancer diagnosis regardless of whether it is melanoma or a cancer elsewhere it takes its toll,  not just physically, but mentally  Many of us try to hide it because they try to protect close family members, but often you need to talk. It’s a relief to know that you aren’t the only one with a particular diagnosis and it is also a relief to know that many people come out the other side, But nobody comes out unscathed  

It is a lot to take in Treatment can go on for many months  I seem to have blocked out the ‘ What might happen’ And I’m trying to take one step at a time, But I have no doubt in my mind that at some point in time there will be some repercussions, which is more than likely going to be my mental health. 
Please speak to somebody about it.  It can’t do any harm But I’m sure it will do a lot of good, You need to lighten your load  You have been through enough and enough is enough  You need to look after your mental health as well as your physical health, 

be assured you will always find a listening ear on hear. A problem shared is a problem halved. My history is nursing but I am not a doctor and prefer to be a ‘non professional’ on here as my experience of cancer treatment is virtually none. I hope you get some help and I also hope you feel better now you have shared your worries. 

Hello MLB 

Thanks for reaching out in such an open way. I think it’s very understandable and even normal to feel anxiety and nerves in different situations - you’re dealing with a lot.. 

I have Melanoma stage 4 and it’s pretty serious. At first I felt a bit like an imposter because I wasn’t feeling very unwell, and I think I practice a lot of denial! (Pretend it’s not there).

But now I’m on immunotherapy (which so far is going well for me) and I’m starting to have some side effects and I’ve realised you know, that actually Melanoma is very serious and I’m working on facing up to it. I think there is a level of acceptance that you need to reach. 

That’s been my experience so far but I wanted to tell you that you’re not alone, and this is tough. Be good to yourself, it will help you come to terms with it.

wishing you all the best in your journey