My Uncle has Leukaemia

My Uncle has just been given a diagnosis of chronic leukaemia, he is going to get a bone marrow transplant, my mum and I will be caring for him at home when he is out of hospital, I am so worried how we will cope, I worry about my mum, and then feel guilty as we have the easy part, my Uncle is the one going through it, I suppose I'm scared and worried for them both and I dont know who to talk to without adding on more stress.

  • Hello Lexilou86 and welcome to the forum. 

    I'm sorry to hear about your Uncle's recent diagnosis. I'm sure it's a very worrying time for you all at the moment. 

    Patients usually have to stay in hospital for a good few weeks after their transplant so you and your Mum will have plenty of time to make sure that all the support you might need for looking after your Uncle is in place before he comes home. I'm sure you'll have opportunities to speak to the nursing and medical team  looking after him and that they will give you lots of advice and support to help make things as easy as possible for you all. 

    It sounds like you might find it helpful to speak to someone now about your thoughts and feelings? You're welcome to give our team of nurses a call. I'm sure that they will be able to offer some advice and reassurance. They are available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

    I hope this helps. 
    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator

  • Thank you for your reply, very helpful.

     

    Thank you 

     

    Louise