Hello Dolly5star.

I'm sorry to hear about your son's diagnosis. Understandably, as his Mum, this must be a really worrying time for you, and it's natural that you find yourself struggling at times. 

I'm going to tag in AngieT to my reply. Angie has been living with stage 3 melanoma for quite a number of years and is very knowledgeable about this diagnosis. It may be that she is able to point you in a direction where you can connect with other parents who have a child with melanoma. 

In the meantime, you might like to have a look at the Melanoma UK website. If there is a Maggie's in your local area, you can pop in for a cuppa and chat. They are there to offer support to anyone who is impacted by cancer, including family and friends. 

You are, of course, also most welcome to talk with one of our team of nurses. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any advice, information and support they can. They're available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

I hope that the appointment with the oncologist on Thursday brings some reassurance for you both. Keep in touch, Dolly5star and let us know how he gets on. We're here for you. 

Sending you both my best wishes, 
Jenn
Cancer Chat moderator 

Hello Dolly5star.

I'm sorry to hear about your son's diagnosis. Understandably, as his Mum, this must be a really worrying time for you, and it's natural that you find yourself struggling at times. 

I'm going to tag in AngieT to my reply. Angie has been living with stage 3 melanoma for quite a number of years and is very knowledgeable about this diagnosis. It may be that she is able to point you in a direction where you can connect with other parents who have a child with melanoma. 

In the meantime, you might like to have a look at the Melanoma UK website. If there is a Maggie's in your local area, you can pop in for a cuppa and chat. They are there to offer support to anyone who is impacted by cancer, including family and friends. 

You are, of course, also most welcome to talk with one of our team of nurses. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any advice, information and support they can. They're available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm on 0808 800 4040. 

I hope that the appointment with the oncologist on Thursday brings some reassurance for you both. Keep in touch, Dolly5star and let us know how he gets on. We're here for you. 

Sending you both my best wishes, 
Jenn
Cancer Chat moderator