hi there, i have just found this website. I am 46, 4children and 4 grandchildren. Last April i was diagnosed with stage 1V breast cancer with bone mets and lung mets. I have been going along okay and my treatment has been working. I still work fulltime even thought i am in pain most days. I was in a really good head space and very positive until 3 weeks ago i was diagnosed with Graves Disease,an autoimmune disease to do with the thyroid. The symptoms of this on some days is so overwhelming and scary. I feel so alone and cry all the time. After work i dont have the energy to do anything. My partner doesnt understand what i am going through, he thinks that being supportive is doing some housework, which i do appreciate but i need that emotional support that i am sure you all know what i am talking about. If i say i dont feel well or tell him what is wrong he becomes annoyed with me which then makes me feel that he doesnt care. I am sick of feeling like i have no one to turn to when i am in pain, tired and feeling really emotional. I try to be positive but i am feeling really down all the time. any suggestions ... View more