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Re: General request for help. Wife just diagnosed with Breast Cancer. [Anna s]
Hi- I'm very sorry about your wife. Having had breast cancer several years ago, the best advice I can give you is to continue being as supportive as you are and let her be herself around you. The only other advice I can offer is to be her "ears" when you go to doctor/treatment appointments. Very often, the patient doesn't "hear' everything being thrown at her and it helps to have a somewhat objective other person in the room.

Try not to refer to her as "sick" - I hated that more than anything. I had a disease and was undergoing treatment - end of story.

It is a long and emotional road. If you have children, best to be honest with them as well.

All the very best to you and your wife. Keep us updated.
Martha
Last edited by: Princess: Aug 2, 17 13:46

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  • Post edited by Princess (Cloudburst Summit) on Aug 2, 17 13:46