Hi I'm new here my name is Elsa. My husband has stage 4 melanoma with metastases to small bowel, right lung, lymph nodes and a brain tumour. Had seizure 3 weeks ago. He is now very ill, he also has advanced alzheimers and together with the brain tumour mentally he's very poorly. He's not eating much, very fatigued and has extreme melena. There's no further treatment for him and prognosis is very poor, just weeks. I'm caring for him 24/7 as he wishes to remain at home. See him like this is very distressing. Is anyone out there going through the same as me? Any tips on how to try and cope and how best to support him. Thank you.
I’m sorry for what you are both going through Elsa. My mum has been in very similar situation with stage 4 melanoma with metastatic lungs and stomach. The worst is I’m in a different country and can’t even get the chance to spend time with her or taking care of her. I know its such a difficult time for you. Sending strength to you both xx
Hi Ozra thanks for your reply. I'm so sorry to hear about your mum. I lost my mum 10 years ago to bowel cancer. I know exactly what you are going through and how you feel. Somehow you will find the strength to cope. Are you going to be able to travel to see her at all? It must be so difficult for you. It's very hard seeing someone you love deteriorate and there's nothing you can do except try and be there for them. Hope all goes well, keep me posted. Xx
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