Does radiotherapy cause aggression

Hi my husband was diagnosed with brain tumour in October. In November we were told he has months to live. He is now having radiotherapy and chemotherapy and is so much more active now which is great. The problem I am having is how angry and horrible to me he has become. I have given up my job to look after him and like everyone else with covid no one can visit us. I just wondered if this is the tumour making his personality change or is it the treatment and things will settle down. I try not to show how upset I am about it but I know my family are worried. I have been talking on the phone to them when he has started shouting at me. 

  • Welcome to the CC community Teresa although I'm sorry about your husband's diagnosis and the impact his aggression is having on you.

    Your husband's medical team would be in the best position to confirm whether it's the tumour or the treatment causing this change in his personality so if you have his permission do be sure to get in touch with them to discuss this. Our cancer nurses are available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m if you'd like to get their thoughts on this as well. 

    Looking after someone with cancer can be rewarding and challenging as you and many of our members have found out so I'm sure those who have been in a similar situation will offer their support and advice to you soon.  In the meantime, I hope these tips we have on looking after yourself will help.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator