Struggling

Am 10 weeks post treatment for tongue cancer, am struggling with my emotions. I have good days were I feel ok and then others like today were am crying because I want to be the way I was before cancer.

We had a good social life and often went out for meals but I feel that will never happen again as I can't eat solids yet.   I hate feeling this way but when the tears come i can't stop them.

I've lost a lot of weight and can't look in the mirror anymore as its not me I see.

I have always been a positive person and I just want that back

Do you ever go back to the person you use to be.

  • Hi Lynf,

    I'm sorry to hear you've been struggling - I imagine there will be many others here who can relate to this.

    It sounds like you haven't long finished treatment, so hopefully you will continue to recover well and see further improvements. Perhaps try to accept that there will be some difficult days, and some easier ones, and that this is all natural.

    If ever you have concerns or questions about your recovery, do chat to your doctor about this.

    My reply here will boost your post, meaning a few more people should see it - so hopefully you'll get some more replies here soon.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator