Hi Kate, it's a very personal decision whether to tell anyone or not and who to tell and it does change over time. Partners of people with cancer can have a rough time and yours may well appreciate some support, he may be able to find a local support group or he might just like to have a chat to someone, maybe simply  talk to him about it, good luck Kate ......David  oh, and ps. your certainly not alone in the way you reacted to your news, i think nearly any reaction to a cancer diagnosis is probably 'normal' , really there are no normals and not normals , simply trust your own journey and feelings. .....d ... View more

Hi Tam22 that feeling of dread is horrendous, and I can only talk from my experience, but it does pass and so too do the tears. I’ve found that as you travel, the more informed you become and with that comes strength. Don’t be afraid to lean on others. After my biopsy and while waiting for my results I clung to my husband. I was a mess, but it does pass and if it doesn’t please speak to someone.   ... View more