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New to cancer journey - how should we tell our teenage sons?

Cathy
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Hi, 

My husband has just been diagnosed with cancer of the duodenum that has spread to the liver and gallbladder. At present he is in hospital while they try to stabilise his pain and vomiting. We have had initial biopsy results, but awaiting the MDT decision regarding possible treatment options. My main concern is our teenaged sons, 17 and 19. It would be great to hear from anyone else in a similar situation, or can point me to any resources they found helpful for teens. 
Thank you

Cathy

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  • Welcome to the Cancer Chat community Cathy although I'm sorry to hear your husband has been diagnosed with advanced duodenal cancer.

    I know you are looking for some resources that can help your sons so I just wanted to point you in the direction of this information we have our on website. As Terri_H pointed out, Macmillan have some useful tips and advice on talking to teenagers as well but you may want to have a look at the the National Cancer Institute's guide for young people who have a parent with cancer.

    I hope this proves to be a good starting point and that you won't have to wait too much longer for the MDT's decision about treatment for your husband.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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  • Welcome to the Cancer Chat community Cathy although I'm sorry to hear your husband has been diagnosed with advanced duodenal cancer.

    I know you are looking for some resources that can help your sons so I just wanted to point you in the direction of this information we have our on website. As Terri_H pointed out, Macmillan have some useful tips and advice on talking to teenagers as well but you may want to have a look at the the National Cancer Institute's guide for young people who have a parent with cancer.

    I hope this proves to be a good starting point and that you won't have to wait too much longer for the MDT's decision about treatment for your husband.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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