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Husband Stage IV Prostate Cancer

Louie52
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Husband starts chemo in 3 weeks .PC has spread to lymph glands and hip bone. He is  in lots of pain st present with swelling in groin/testicle and leg. Things seem to be taking so long and this feels like it has gone on forever between appointand treatment and i dont think prognosis is good. He is 72.   I am scared to cry as I feel I will never stop. I feel useless.

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  • Hello Louie52

    I'm sorry to hear that your husband is waiting for chemotherapy to start in a few weeks. Undoubtedly this is a difficult time for you both and natural that you may be feeling overwhelmed by the situation. 

    Does your husband have a clinical nurse specialist that you can contact to talk to about pain relief? If not then do give the GP a ring and ask for some support to help manage his pain more effectively. 

    If you'd like to talk with one of our team of nurses for some support and advice you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. 

    I do hope that things improve once his treatment starts and that you're able to get some support with pain management. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

  • Offline in reply to Moderator Jenn

    Thanks for your reply.  Now got morphine prescribed by hospital

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