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Feeling sad and helpless

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Oldbat1 Fri 20-Jan-23 17:04:13

My DH has inoperable cancer (he has had a few major ops before the cancer metastases). He has today restarted palliative chemotherapy after an 18month gap. He just wants “normality” from family and friends with normal conversations. I too just want normality. I would just be there to give her support if needed. Difficult situation for all.

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Shinamae Fri 20-Jan-23 17:00:06

If you ring the Macmillan helpline, they will be able to advise you on what to say to your friend..

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DaisyL Fri 20-Jan-23 16:53:16

A very close friend of mine has just rung to tell me that she has been diagnosed with inoperable cancer. There may be treatment options to prolong her life but she won't know that for a few days. Her husband has mild dementia and doesn't really understand what is happening. I found it so difficult to know what to say to her. She is being very brave - and is probably in shock, but I would love to have some words of comfort. How do other people deal with situations like this?

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