New diagnosis of prostate cancer with spread which is non-curable. Feels like my partner is starting to feel angry towards me. Has anyone else experienced this?

My partner has just been diagnosed with prostate cancer with spread we are awaiting a lot of tests to confirm stage and treatment options but have been told this is non curable. We had an idea due to symptoms but when the actual words were said it absolutely blew our world apart. We have been together 16 years and have 2 young children 11 and 8. The last few days I feel like he’s started to feel angry towards me and snaps all the time I completely understand this but it’s absolutely breaking my heart. Has anyone else experienced this? What can I do? Thank you x

  • A very warm welcome to the Cancer Chat community Sazmill87, although I'm very sorry to hear your partner has been diagnosed with prostate cancer that's spread.

    This must be very difficult for you both and no doubt you are both contending with a lot of thoughts and emotions right now, but I hope it helps to know that you are not alone as our members are here to support you and I'm sure some of them will be along soon to share their experiences and advice.

    Coping with cancer can be very tough, so if you or your partner would like to talk things through with one of our cancer nurses, they're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m. They're very insightful and will do all they can to answer your questions and support you both at this very challenging time.

    Do let us know how your partner gets on with his tests when you can Sazmill87. We'll be thinking of you and hoping for the best possible outcome.

    Best wishes to you both,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator