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How to live with someone with myeloma

KimKim
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Hi there

My partner was diagnosed with myeloma. He is in his 4th cicle of the treatment. His blood results are looking better, but he doesn' t feel well at all. He cannot work and support our family anymore and he is in a really bad state worrying and thinking. He cannot sleep at all.

Can someone help with advice or personal experience- what is the best thing for me to do. I already do everything in the house and increased my hours at work, but don't know what shall we do...how are we going to live...etc

  • Hello KimKim,

    Welcome to Cancer Chat although I am sorry for the reason that brings you to our forum. 

    We have some general information on myeloma here and also a section that discusses different types of emotional and practical support available for patients and their carers.

    I also noticed that [@Taff]‍ replied to your other post as they have been diagnosed with myeloma themselvs so it might be a good idea for you to chat?

    And if you feel that talking to someone on the phone might help do give our cancer nurses a call. Their telephone number is 0808 800 4040 and the line is open Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m. 

    I hope this helps a little, KimKim. And please know you are not alone, we will always be just a click away whenever you need a chat.

    Best wishes to both you and your husband,

    Renata, Cancer Chat Moderator

     

     

     

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