Hello Norrin-Rad

I'm sorry to hear that you were diagnosed with prostate cancer just before Christmas. It's perfectly understandable that you and your wife have been experiencing a rollercoaster of emotions since being given that news.

As you begin to share the news of your diagnosis with loved ones over the coming weeks, it may bring waves of emotion to the forefront for you both. Try not to worry too much about this, it's a normal part of the process. 

Hopefully, over the coming weeks, the rollercoaster will slow down, and you'll both feel less overwhelmed by the news. In the meantime, have a look at the information on our website about watch and wait, it may help you to understand some of what you've been feeling. 

If it would help you or your wife to chat things through with one of our nurses, do give them a call. I know they will be happy to listen and offer you both any information, advice and reassurance they can. They're available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040 (excluding bank holidays). 

Keep in touch Norrin-Rad and let us know how you're both doing. We're here for you. 

Best wishes, 
Jenn
Cancer Chat moderator 

Hi

I was diagnosed in June 25 and am in a similar position to you - active surveillance. I feel fortunate that the cancer has been discovered and that we are keeping watch and that I need no treatment currently. But, the fact that I do have cancer is upsetting! In the beginning it was much more at the front of my mind. Now 6 months down the line I can deal with it better, however I do struggle at times but I feel I can deal with it a little better now. I still haven’t told everyone.

It sounds bad because there are a lot of worse off people than me. 

I have been looking for a support line and will try the number mentioned in the previous response.

Thank you for sharing with me, your experience has already helped me to frame my thoughts moving forward.