Hi everyone,
This is the first time I've posted an an online forum. I have struggled to find any information or support for adults whose siblings have cancer. All information for siblings seems only to relate to children. And many people seem to be supporting family members who are older than them (such as a mother or father). My sister is just two years older than me, and I am hoping to connect with other adults who have a sister or brother with cancer.
It has been nearly 12 months since my sister (my only sibling) was diagnosed with inoperable, late-stage liver cancer - terminal cancer. She has received chemotherapy for 10 months, but we recently received the news that her cancer has now spread to her bones and spine. We are currently in a limbo to see what kind of treatment she will receive next.
I am very close to my sister, and am struggling to deal with her diagnosis. She has always been such a go-getter, and now her busy and successful life has ground to a total halt. She feels hopeless, and I feel hopeless with her. My life has also been completely turned on its head by her diagnosis. I was living in Europe when she was diagnosed, and moved back to Australia with only three days notice. Nothing in my life feels as it should be, and I am struggling to carry on with my own daily living, in the face of her diagnosis.
I feel physically, emotionally and psychologically pushed to my limits, and don't know how I will cope with more bad news. It is very difficult to hold onto hope, after nearly 12 months of hope being snatched away at every turn.
I hope there are some people here who can relate. I would love to connect with anyone - even people who have other family members or loved ones with cancer. I would love to hear from anyone who has a similar experience, and perhaps talking will help share the burden.
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