Double diagnosis

Diagnosed with lobular breast cancer October 2018. Have had a wide excision and sentinel node biopsies. Lymph nodes were clear so I've just finished radiotherapy. December 2018 I was also diagnosed with a brain lesion suggestive of a low grade glioma, apparently nothing to do with the breast cancer. Whilst feeling positive about the breast cancer outcome; the brain diagnosis is devastating. Most of the time I'm ok but I have days when I'm feeling anxious/tearful/ frightened of the future. It's very  difficult to talk to my husband as he refuses to talk about anything negative. This is putting such strain on our relationship  I get it, he's suffering too  but he just gets cross with me for overthinking things and insists I 'have to stay positive'.

  • Welcome to the forum FJH.

    I'm so sorry about your double diagnosis but I want you to know that you are not alone. Many of our members know the difficulties a cancer diagnosis can bring to a relationship so I'm sure some of our members will be along soon to offer their support and advice once they've seen my reply to your post.

    On those days when you're feeling anxious/tearfu/frightened just remember that we will always be here for you.  

    Kind regards, 

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator