seven years since cancer operation

On 14th January, it was 7 years since my operation. I had my one remaining testicul removed. It was really tough at the beginning, especially as i now feel that my wife didn't get the support that she felt she needed, particularly in the few month after the operation. We are currently trying to adopt, we have a beautiful daughter, but the cancer robbed us of naturally conceaving a sibling for her. We have remained a strong loving family, but the has been some tough times too.

 

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    Hi Rob and welcome to the forum.  I am so glad to see that your health is good after your operation but so sad that you feel you didnt get the support you both needed regarding the repercussions of your surgery. Cancer is a very hard journey and needless to say seems to rob us all of something whilst we are on it - whether its our own feeling of safety, our looks, our relationship, or in your case your plans for the  future. So many strides have been made regarding the physical treatments of the disease over the past few years and many people now survive thank goodness - but somewhere along the line, the emotional support is still generally not there.  I was discussing this with my oncologist only last week.

    It may help you to call the nurses here on the forum (its free) - they are very supportive and have an abundance of information which could guide you in the right direction.  Meanwhile, keep talking to each other about those tough times and enjoying the life you now have as a family. Good things do happen and you never know what little miracle may be around the corner. Always here when needed and will keep every thing crossed for you all that your dreams come true x 

  • Hi Robj,

    phew = you and your wife has had this going on for seven years! Now another twist in the story = gosh I am sorry - thats really rough. What can I say? Lets keep you and your family close in our hearts to give you all the freedom of worry and greatest happiness and joy.

    As our lovely Max56 says  - there is no facility for dealing with the emotions and loss over the course of cancers. I can't say why... but is throughtout society - we have lost friends when they here of our cancer experiences. People really don't want to hear it - do they?

    Anyway = here you have the oportunity to find your voice and express all your feelings - we will be here for you

    Cheers to you and your family

    Steven