Hello Danyman1961, 

You have certainly been through a lot recently and I am pleased to hear you are doing really well with chemotherapy. Poor you though - having sepsis and then three consecutive infections that is certainly an awful lot for one person to have to deal with and you sound incredibly brave. It's normal to be feeling low with everything you are going through. It might be a good idea to talk to your GP about it and see whether there is anything they can suggest to help you. As you say, the current situation with the virus has certainly changed the way we live and our social interactions and all the more so for people who are shielding or vulnerable. It must be really hard for you not to be able to see your friends - perhaps you could try and talk to them on the phone or via video call? It's not quite the same of course but it might do you some good just to have a chat with them from time to time. I am sure your children understand and that they know how much you love them and that you know that they love you too and want to be there for you too as much as they can. You are right not to give up Danyman1961 and rest assured that this forum is always there for you if you need to talk at any time of night or day.

Many other members will relate to how you are feeling at the moment and I hope that they will be along shortly to share their own story with you. Our nurses are also available on this free number 0808 800 4040 - their line is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm if you want to talk to them about anything. 

Best wishes, 

Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator