Blown away.

Where to begin..... 

Just an ordinary Sunday morning,  leaned over to give my wife a kiss and cuddle and noticed a difference in her breast, a small lump.

Last Tuesday she went through the usual tests which we didn't think anything out of the ordinary as it was precautionary.

Thursday we received the devastating news that it was in fact cancerous but had to do more tests as they couldn't say for certain if it is the primary location. Next Tuesday is 'D Day' when we will hopefully get results that means my wife can start a treatment plan. 

The last few days have been so stressful for her filled with lots of tears and meltdowns and I feel so useless and ashamed that I can do nothing but hold her as tight as I can and try to put a positive spin on every negative  she throws out (which is more than understandable), the waiting is driving her mad thinking the worst which the fantastic BC nurse warned us might happen.

Not a religious person but am praying for the results to come back with an outcome that can be treated.

  • Hi, well done for being a fantastic husband and human being! I wish your wife all the luck in the world. I am a believer in prayer so i will pray for your family.

    Lottie x

  • You are doing everything right, your there beside your wife....as my husband is beside me....we don't expect magic wands, just hold our hands.....

     

    i wish you both all all the good stuff for Tuesday, as soon as you have the treatment plan believe it or not things settle down...let us know what happens? Xx

  • Thank you for your kind words Lottie, especially as you are going through a simular time.

    I wish you and anyone else waiting for results or going through treatment a speedy recovery.

     

  • Thank you Maryln, I wish I had a wand as the only thing I would want to do with it is banish this bloody disease from the face of the planet!

    I am so happy for you that you are on the way to beating it and wish you a speedy recovery.

    I don't want to burden my better half with what I feel or fear , it's nothing compared to what she or any other person is going through. This has opened my eyes in a truly frightening way and to be honest I had a total meltdown today, I just couldn't control myself and am not ashamed to admit it.

  • You are such a lovely husband. I am alone an no one to support me. I just remembered that I have been paying for cancer care in my health insurance too, but have never used it. I feel nervous as you pay money and people tell me there are so many clauses, so hope I will get help.I had to do this because I am so isolated and felt a health investment if it works might lok after some of my health

     

    I called my ex and he sadly told me to get a life in times of need, that is his response - hence he is my ex.

    Kind regards.

     

  • Thank you Hubby87!

    Take care x

  • Try it, you have paid for the extra care and you will only find out if you ask??

    Talk to friends and be honest, it is the one thing that I have struggled with as being a bloke we don't do it enough!! I am learning fast and am so grateful for the support that we have so far received not only from our friends but also our colleagues and employers. 

  • You are an amazing hubby and you will make your wife's journey so much easier by being there every step of the way. It is hard knowing the right thing to say and sometimes words are not needed. Just keep up the hugs and let her rant, rave, cry and laugh! 

    Oh and make sure you have somebody to talk to as well. I know how hard it is sometimes to share your fears. You need looking after too.

    Big  hugs for you both  and thinking of you both on Tuesday.

    C x

  • Thank you, sorry not to have replied earlier but it has been a very busy week.

    Thankfully we got the results we were hoping for and the relief was so evident on my wife's face and she burst into tears. It is a primary breast tumor which can be treated.

    Next milestone is the preparation for the start of chemotherapy,  going to be a rocky road for the next 4-5 months but it will pass.

  • Praying that your wife will get the best treatment, please don’t look to much into the gloom and doom of it all! My previous neighbour had breast cancer over twenty years ago and she’s still active and enjoying life . It’s a good thing you found it so it can be dealt with ASAP .  Sending you positive and happy vibes xxx