My partner is having treatment for bowel cancer.

Hello all.   My partner was diagnosed with bowel cancer 2 years ago.    He's on the second course of chemo and has had 2 operations so far.   He also has a drink problem and self medicates with a bottle of vodka every day.   Life is very hard.   I have trouble being sympathetic about his illness when a lot of the problems he has are caused by the vodka rather than the chemo.   

  • Hi Connie ,

    Welcome to the forum. Sorry to read of your partner's diagnosis. 

    Presumably, your partner's medical team are aware of his self medication with the vodka? Has he used alcohol in the past to cope with stressful situations? 

    I can appreciate how you must be feeling - please feel able to come and let off steam here so that we can support you while you are supporting your partner. Remember to take care of yourself too.

    Sending you a hug, Jo