bad news today

Hi.  I have been told earlier today that I have advanced metastatic melanoma cancer which is basically spread everywhere and to the brain.  No real signs of anything until I had a chest infection I couldn't get rid off at the beginning of december and the normal chest X-ray was abnormal and then CT scans revealed the worst possible news I could have expected at 48 years old.  My daughter has brought her wedding forward from May to 4 weeks so i can be there hopefully.  The treatment is readio on my brain to keep that at bay whilst being on steroids.  The wait another 2 weeks before they start.... Why the delay ??? Why not straight away if Im in a bad way, suppose no space or is there no hope that I will even make these treatments?  I need to know how long I have so I can ensure Im here for my daughter in 4 weeks....

  • Warm hugs to you. 

    Firstly, I’m really sorry to hear this for you, and I’m so sorry you must be feeling really awful. I can’t tell you how long you have, but I just want you to know that we’re here for you, and as much as it can feel like you’re alone in this, you aren’t. Have you told your family about this all? I really hope you have all the support you need at this time. Bless your family and your daughter for moving the wedding forwards. My thoughts and love are there for you and I really do hope the best for you. 

    Here if you need to talk with someone. 

     

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