Feel like I'm grieving

My husband has been diagnosed with grade 4 Glioblastoma. He had the bulk of the tumour removed 4 weeks ago and started his radiotherapy and cheomptherapy today. Thought i was coping until it all became very real today when i took him for his appointment. Trying to stay as positive as possible but we have been given a prognosis of 12-15 months , but possibly no more than 2 years. I have worked in the care sector for nearly 30 years and have worked with many clients with cancer and end of life , but not sure how i will cope with watching mu husband of 28 years go through this. 

  • I'm very sorry about your husband's diagnosis Thomas. 

    Coping with a cancer diagnosis can be very tough, not just for the person diagnosed but for their loved ones as well but I'm glad you've reached our to us as many of our members have been on this journey so will completely understand and will hopefully be along soon to offer some advice. 

    I know there's nothing I can say or do that can make this any easier but I hope it helps to know we're all thinking of you and sending our strength and support your way.

    If you or husband need to speak with someone at any point, do give our team of cancer nurses a call. They're available on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m and will do all they can to help.

    Wishing your husband all the best with his chemo and radiotherapy.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator