I'm so sorry to hear how you're feeling Mumofgirls3.

I can't begin to imagine how difficult this must be for you right now but I hope the lovely support and encouraging words you've received from Candyfloss777 has helped, and reassured you that you are not alone at this time.

If you feel you can no longer cope, it may be worth speaking to someone about what you're going through. As Candyfloss777 has suggested, your GP can refer you to mental health and talking therapy services where you can work through your thoughts and feelings. You can also find out about counselling on our website.

I'm not sure if you've come across the cancer charity Maggie's before but if not they offer free, expert advice to anyone that has been affected by cancer and if you live near by they have support centres you can visit where you can connect with others who also know what it's like to have cancer.

The Samaritans, as Candyfloss777 mentioned, are available 365 days a year, 7 days a week if you need to speak to someone at those times of day, or night, when no-one else is around. There is also a free text messaging service called SHOUT that you can reach out to on 85258. Just like the Samaritans they are available 24 hours a day and offer anonymous and confidential support to anyone who is struggling to cope.

I know you're worried that is starting to affect your marriage. I hope you and your husband are able to figure things out together but if you feel you may need further support, you may want to explore the relationship counselling services offered by Relate.

And as always our team of cancer nurses are available Monday - Friday (except today as the helpline is closed for the day) between 9a.m - 5p.m on 0808 800 4040 if you'd prefer to speak to them about any of this instead.

Life beyond cancer and living with the fear of a cancer recurrence can be very tough, but we are here for you Mumofgirls3 and will do all we can to support you. 

In the meantime, be kind to yourself and if you can, try to take things one day at a time. It may not seem like it right now, but you will find a way through this.

Kind regards,

Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator 

I'm so sorry to hear how you're feeling Mumofgirls3.

I can't begin to imagine how difficult this must be for you right now but I hope the lovely support and encouraging words you've received from Candyfloss777 has helped, and reassured you that you are not alone at this time.

If you feel you can no longer cope, it may be worth speaking to someone about what you're going through. As Candyfloss777 has suggested, your GP can refer you to mental health and talking therapy services where you can work through your thoughts and feelings. You can also find out about counselling on our website.

I'm not sure if you've come across the cancer charity Maggie's before but if not they offer free, expert advice to anyone that has been affected by cancer and if you live near by they have support centres you can visit where you can connect with others who also know what it's like to have cancer.

The Samaritans, as Candyfloss777 mentioned, are available 365 days a year, 7 days a week if you need to speak to someone at those times of day, or night, when no-one else is around. There is also a free text messaging service called SHOUT that you can reach out to on 85258. Just like the Samaritans they are available 24 hours a day and offer anonymous and confidential support to anyone who is struggling to cope.

I know you're worried that is starting to affect your marriage. I hope you and your husband are able to figure things out together but if you feel you may need further support, you may want to explore the relationship counselling services offered by Relate.

And as always our team of cancer nurses are available Monday - Friday (except today as the helpline is closed for the day) between 9a.m - 5p.m on 0808 800 4040 if you'd prefer to speak to them about any of this instead.

Life beyond cancer and living with the fear of a cancer recurrence can be very tough, but we are here for you Mumofgirls3 and will do all we can to support you. 

In the meantime, be kind to yourself and if you can, try to take things one day at a time. It may not seem like it right now, but you will find a way through this.

Kind regards,

Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator