I am a carer for my husband

My husband has always been controlling been married 50 years never new what mood he would be in not talk for days always has to be in control for several years now he has had prostrate and bone cancer and he has got worse towards me saying he won’t be here long and I don’t care and I don’t look after him I cook and cater for him go too all appointments with him his family don’t want to know he is two different people in front of everyone you wouldn’t think its same person when I tell my family members they find it hard to believe because they see the meek side of him I am at my wits end

  • Hi Cazzes,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat. I'm so sorry to hear of these difficulties and the way you are being treated, this sounds like a lot to be dealing with.

    It sounds like you are being an incredible support, despite this behaviour. It's a little difficult to advise without knowing more about your husband's situation - only to say that there should be a limit to what you can and should put up with, and it's really important that you are OK too and that you are supported as well.

    If you are being treated badly, and in particular if you are worried about what to expect, you can always seek help from Women's Aid, who have information and also a live chat support function to ask any questions.

    I also hope this forum can be of some support to you. We are always here for you whenever you may need it. There may be others on the forum with similar experience or advice to offer, and so hopefully you'll get some more replies to your post soon.

    You can also browse or search the forum (using the bar at the top of the page) to find other discussions and people to connect with, if you'd like to.

    Do take care of yourself. Keep speaking to others and keep asking for support.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator