Hi Kristy, I was in a similar situation after my husband went into remission. I can second GHT's suggestion about a councellor, talking to one really helped me live more in the present. Good luck with everything, sending love and hugs. Emily ... View more

Do give them a call- Chris is 44 in a month and still an active member. ... View more

Hi Darren, there is not much support for people under 60 with cancer, we have found. The Warwick Cancer Foundation (twcf.org.au) was set up to support people aged 25-40 who have had a cancer diagnosis. I think their age range is fairly flexible though, my husband joined when he was a few months off 40 (I think they say '40+' now). They have a peer support program, social events and generally try to support people in this often forgotten demographic. They are nation wide but based in Melbourne. Check them out, they're a great resource. I love your attitude, by the way! Emily ... View more

Hi Amanda, I'm glad you posted again. I know there is nothing I can do or say to help, but I'm hearing your screams. love and hugs, Emily ... View more

Hi KDona, I'm so sorry to hear of your situation, and my heart goes out to you. I feel very thankful that I escaped widowhood when I was 35 (my husband was diagnosed with stage 4 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma a few years ago, aged 39, and thankfully is doing well so far) We became members of The Warwick Cancer Foundation (www.twcf.org.au), which is a group set up to support people with cancer aged 25-40ish. They don't have a whole heap of support for partners (it's quite a small organisation, although it is nation-wide), but they may be able to give you some ideas or contacts. I have found support for young to middle aged adults is fairly thin on the ground. Meanwhile, keep posting here! Sending warm hugs, Emily ... View more

Hi Kristin, I second what Jules says, in some ways the process of getting diagnosed is the worst part-at least once you have a concrete diagnosis and plan of action you know what you're dealing with, and what you're not dealing with. Please feel free to vent here, ask questions and generally just 'be', with other people who have been through the same process. Sending big hugs for you and your family, Emily ... View more

I was wanting to say something understanding and supportive, but I think GHT covered it all. I'd just like to add my voice to hers. Sending hugs. ... View more

Hi Donna, I was a 'carer' (I use the punctuation marks because he remained fairly well during his treatment, and is now in remission) for my husband in 2011, after he was diagnosed with stage 4 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. I also remember feeling alone and sometimes ignored. I think most people (friends and family, and support structures too, sometimes) forget that the partner is also impacted just as much by the diagnoses and treatment. I think the hardest thing is that the person you ususally turn to for support (and the only other adult in the house, usually) is the one who is sick, and is not in a position to be as supportive as before. We can support each other on this forum, though- you're not alone. sending love and hugs, Emily ... View more

Hi Ladies, I'm 38 and I've been on hrt for 15 years (not cancer related). One of the things I can really recommend to deal with progesterone side effects is Evening Primrose Oil. You can buy it from Supermarkets (probably good to check with your doctor first, to make sure it won't interact badly with other medications). I take 2 capsules in the morning and evening when I'm taking the progresterone component of my hrt, and find it helps with my PMS type symptoms. Hope everything goes well for you all. love Emily ... View more

Hi Janey, my husband had chemotherapy for NHL in 2011. I remember feeling very isolated too, as the person I normally turned to for support is the one I was supporting (I remember sometimes feeling like a single mother- and we don't even have kids!). I think also many people (friends and family) forget that the carer needs support too. It's a really hard situation, but I can tell you that you're not alone in feeling this way. love and hugs, Emily ... View more