I am looking for some advice on how to support a friend who has recently received a bad diagnosis.
The condition is very painful, progressive and extremely rare. Significant relief of her pain is unlikely. If anything it will just continue to get worse. It sounds like she will become progressively disabled by this. She is understandably devastated.
I'm not sure how to support her. I would normally spring into action (finding answers, seeking specialists etc - I'm a HCP). But she has seen who she needs to see and there is nothing that can be done.
I will obviously help in practical terms as much as possible. But what do I say to her when she is in agonising pain and crying about the life ahead of her? I can't tell her the pain will get better. Can anyone advise on how to help her?
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How to support a friend with horrible diagnosis
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macaroonswoon · 22/10/2016 08:45
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