I was diagnosed with Birt Hogg Dube Syndrome around 10 years ago. Since my diagnosis I have developed fibrofolliculomas on my face, neck, back and chest. They look like whiteheads although they are actually benign tumours at the base of hair follicles. Last year I underwent cryotherapy for kidney cancer. As my condition means I will continue to develop kidney tumours I am monitored regularly. After my latest surveillance appointment I have been told I need to have further testing as they need to check out why my kidney functioning has halved. To be honest I do not know how much more I can take.  There seems to be no escape or respite from this. I am frightened and angry. I feel defeated today. I have asked for helpful hints regarding depression in the past which have helped. Is there ever a time just to give up?