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hi guys   im donna  my husband of 4 years has terminal cancer  , i have found that many friends have just disappeared over the last 12 months since his diognosis  and i will admit  i sometimes feel so alone , how eva we all have good days and bad days dont we , would be nice to meet others in the same situation  at moment husband is attending clatterbridge  on the wirral for treatment  to try and keep it at bay 

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    Hi there, I'm sorry your husband is unwell. Have you looked to see if there are any local support groups in your area? Maybe Macmillan of the hospital could point you in the right direction. It's never nice to feel alone in a situation. Take care

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    Hi Donna

    This melting away of friends happens to most of us with cancer, I think its because they dont know what to say, but if you had a broken leg they would be fine with that. I've found that if I make the effort, they are quite happy to meet up say for drinks, a music event or a BBQ but I make all the running. Of course I have a handful (3) of really good friends who are about all the time. I know somedays Im too rough to appreciate company but then there are good days too. All this also applies to my partner who like you is the unseen sufferer. I hope you are able to find people to speak to that understand. Kim

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