Thoughts of cancer after death of mom

Hi thought I'd come on here to see if anyone feels the same. My mom died of cancer 5 years ago. Since then I've been petrified of getting cancer myself and dying. I just can't bear the thought of leaving my young children without a mommy. Just lately it's totally filling my mind, I can't shake it off. I feel that I know that one day I am going to be told I have this terrible illness, just like she was. I don't know whether it's because it's coming up to her anniversary or if it's part of the grieving process? (Even after 5 years?) I just wondered if anyone else feels the same. Thanks x

  • lucyjane

    these thoughts and fears you have are quite normal. Watching a loved one die of cancer is very  traumatic and stays with you forever. It may be that if you tell your GP about your fears and how it is affecting your life you will be able to get some counselling. These people are trained to enable you to understand why you feel as you do and how to overcome it. For my bit I would say as you mention you have young children that you are also young. The vast majority of cancer occurs in older people so it is very likely you will see you children grow up to adults. The best years of your life are while your children are young so take time out from worry to enjoy them.