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Introducing myself: my mum was diagnosed with glioblastoma

Clara02
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Hello all,

This is my first time posting so I just thought I would introduce myself and see whether anyone else is going through a similar situation to mine.

I am 20 years old and ever since I was a baby it has just been me and my mum. We have always been so close and she means the world to me. However, February this year my mum was diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. For the past few months she has been undergoing treatment (radiotherapy and chemotherapy) and for the time being has managed to remain physically quite healthy despite all of this. Unfortunately the last MRI scan showed that the tumour might have grown so we are now waiting 6 weeks for another scan so that the doctors can decide which path to take. Either way, I know that she will not be around for very long whether it be in a few weeks or months.

Right now I've decided to enjoy every day with her because you don't know what's going to happen in the future. She's still as well as she could be at the moment so I'm going to make the most of that. I'm also very grateful to have the support of other members of the family such as my aunt, uncle and grandma; they have all been wonderful and very caring and supportive. It also reassures me to know that they will be there for me once my mum passes. My best friend has been absolutely fantastic and really supportive too. I will also be moving to a new house where there is a lovely community who have offered their support whenever needed.

I am also mentally preparing myself for what will inevitably happen. My mum and I have talked quite often about the future, which is actually quite nice since I can open up about my feelings. I know that in the future I will have many ups and downs and when I do have moments when I feel down I will accept it because it is normal. However, my mum and I have decided that no matter what I will carry on looking forward to the future (for example what my studies will bring - I study a Natural Sciences degree at the Open University) and try to live my life to the fullest.

I wish all the best to everyone on this forum,

Clara

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    Hello Clara and a warm welcome to Cancer Chat 

    I am so sorry to hear about your mum's diagnosis. You seem to have a very strong bond with your mum so it must be particularly hard for you at the moment. I hope you won't mind but I have slightly edited the title of your post adding 'my mum was diagnosed with glioblastoma' - this will make it easier for others to see immediately what your post is going to be about and will hopefully attract more replies from people who are in a similar situation. 

    I am so glad you have great support network around you this will be so helpful for you to help you cope with the days ahead. It's so good too that you will be moving to a house where you will benefit from a supportive community. Your mum seems to be the kindest person who has your interests at heart and wants the very best for you so do keep focusing on your future and your studies. 

    Keep coming to the forum every time you feel a little low or if you ever need to talk to others who understand how you are feeling at the moment.  Sometimes it helps to talk to others who are outside your immediate support circle but who know better than anyone how tough things can be for you at the moment. 

    Best wishes to you and your mum, 

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator

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    Hi Lucie,

    Thank you for your kind reply, I really appreciate it. My mum is indeed wonderful, I know that the most important thing for her is that I remain as happy as possible. It will be hard at first but with time it'll get better. I'm glad that there are support groups like these where you can relate to other people going through a similar situation.

    All the best,

    Clara

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