My husband went into hospital on Tuesday with an infection. Today, after I made lots of fuss, I have been told the prostate cancer has metastasised to his whole body. Life depends upon how well his body is able to cope with antibiotics to treat the infection. We have gone from me asking for palliative care assessment a couple of weeks ago, being told it was not necessary to being told today that my husband has only days to live…………possibly. Devastating news
Hello Teatowel, I’m so sorry to hear of your husband’s deterioration Hopefully the antibiotics will work so that you can have more precious time together. Whatever the future brings, we are here for you and ready to listen and offer as much support as possible. Don’t forget to take care of your own needs xxx
Hello Teatowel
Thank you for your post - although I am so sorry to read your news. First off let me echo the wise words from Worriedwife
Don’t forget to take care of your own needs
As things progress we as your prostate family are here for you - please do keep us up to date and we will help you as much as we can. Even though it's Easter our Support Line is there for you on 0808 808 00 00 (8am to 8pm 7 days a week).
I am aware at this time many things will be going on - here's a link with plenty of information for you:
Although I am on a family holiday over Easter I and the Community will be here for you - please do post and we will support you as best as we can.
Kind regards - Brian.

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