Past DV and cancer

My husband has been very abusive in the past, to the point where we were discussing separating. He now has cancer so that won't be happening. I love him with all my heart, but the stress is making him more angry and just generally push people away when I think, what our family and family kids, especially,  need is to pull closer together. Has anyone experienced cancer within an already abusive relationship. 

  • Hi Nikkirick and welcome to the Cancer Chat family.

    I'm very sorry to hear of your husband's diagnosis. A cancer diagnosis can bring up a wide range of emotions with anger, understandably, being one of them. However, if it does get to a point where you need to seek help don't hesitate in reaching out to Women's Aid

    I'm sure some of our members who have been in similar situations will be along soon to offer their support and advice but if you or husband would like to talk things through with one of cancer nurses they're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator