Hello Louisajane

I'm sorry to hear that your husband has started treatment for oral cancer this week. It's understandable that you've been feeling so scared and anxious both for him and for your children as well. 

I hope that yesterday's session went smoothly and that the radiotherapy team were able to give you both some reassurance about this phase of his treatment. 

I know from the many posts I've read here on the forum how scary the prospect of the side effects your husband may have to deal with can be. I wonder if you might find it helpful to read through some of the posts on this thread where a number of members have shared their experiences of this treatment along with their advice and tips for coping. 

We do have a team a nurses here at Cancer Research UK that you can call for advice and information. I know they would be happy to listen and offer any support they can as you both begin to navigate this worrying time. If you'd like to talk with them, they're available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

Keep in touch, Louisajane, if it helps to have a safe space to put down in writing how you're feeling. We're here for you. 

Sending you and your husband my best wishes, 
Jenn
Cancer Chat moderator