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To ask for a handhold - DH tumour

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GrandmaSharksDentures · 10/10/2018 17:13

I've NC for this (and do regularly), not too sure why though!
DH has been diagnosed with a brain tumour today. Seeing the neuro-oncology team tomorrow who will tell us the plan.
Shit
He's young (ish) 46, I've just started back at university. Our son is only 6
I just feel numb, don't know what else to say, sorry

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ScottChegg · 10/10/2018 17:18

I'm so sorry. You must be absolutely in shock.

Is that all the information you have at the moment until tomorrow?

Flowers
UAEMum · 10/10/2018 17:18

Hand hold
I hope that things go as well as they possibly could tomorrow.

HexeSauerkraut · 10/10/2018 17:19

Holding your hand. I wish you all the best and best possible luck.

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fifithefoof · 10/10/2018 17:20

Oh God I'm so sorry op. We're here to listen.

Rachie1986 · 10/10/2018 17:21

Hand holding. Hope you get some clear answers and a plan tomorrow

beeefcake · 10/10/2018 17:23

OP I'm so sorry. Not much advice to give but here for a handhold. Do you know how long he has had it? Thanks

SnuggyBuggy · 10/10/2018 17:26

I'm sorry to hear this OP

GrandmaSharksDentures · 10/10/2018 17:28

Thank you. He's still in hospital, I don't think he really needs to be there but while he's there everything is getting done really quickly which is a benefit.
We're lucky that our local hospital (5 mins walk) has both a neurosurgical & oncology unit.
He's self employed & so not earning while he's not working. While that's not my main concern right now, I'd be lying if I said it wasn't playing on my mind

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Samichuboo · 10/10/2018 17:29

Handhold form here. We are dealing with DH lung cancer here, early 30's, non smoker. Just remember it's ok not to be ok and tomorrow is always a different day Thanks

GrandmaSharksDentures · 10/10/2018 17:38

Headache started on Saturday, bit drowsy on Sunday, nauseous Monday. So only had symptoms for 3 days, so so quick

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Magik1 · 10/10/2018 17:46

Oh no! A handhold for you.
That’s so quick, I’m so sorry OP. We’re here to listen. Do you have anyone in RL to speak to as well?

notapizzaeater · 10/10/2018 17:48

Good that they are working quickly, once they/you know more you an decide on next steps.

HexeSauerkraut · 10/10/2018 17:51

Really great that they diagnosed it so quickly. Sending strength Flowers

StarShapedWindow · 10/10/2018 17:51

Try not to panic (very hard I know). The words Brain Tumour sound so scary but there are lots of medications to shrink tumors and they can often be removed. Do you have support in RL?

HexeSauerkraut · 10/10/2018 17:59

I went through this three years ago with my DH - I won’t go into detail as this is not about me, but I really hope you have plenty of support around you and like a PP said - it’s OK to not be OK.

oatmilk4breakfast · 10/10/2018 18:02

So sorry to hear that. Hand holding...💐

beeefcake · 10/10/2018 18:05

It's only sensible to think about finances OP. If you have a mortgage it's worth getting in touch with the lender as soon as possible and explaining the situation. Macmillan have great advice on their website about this.

mommybear1 · 10/10/2018 18:07

Handhold Thanks

madasamarchhare · 10/10/2018 18:12

Thinking of you and your DH. The fact it’s been diagnosed so quick should be a good thing. As you say at least while he’s in hospital he is getting the tests and hopefully then the treatment he needs v quickly. Handy that the hospital is so near, that makes it a bit easier for appointments etc when you are already going through a stressful time. Hope you both get the best news you can tomorrow.

8DaysAWeek · 10/10/2018 18:18

I've been through this with my mum when she was 49. Similar time frame too from start of symptoms to diagnosis. Giving you a much needed hand hold. Everything will be up in the air at the moment in terms of what happens next until you get more details. You'll be in a state of shock too, so whatever emotion or worry you have is valid and normal. Take care tonight.

GrandmaSharksDentures · 10/10/2018 18:46

Thank you everyone. I've just heard he's coming home tonight which is lovely news!

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FunSponges · 10/10/2018 20:37

Hopefully as they have caught it quickly will mean good options for treatment.

Did this start with what you thought was a migrant?

myusernameisnotmyusername · 10/10/2018 20:41

I'm so sorry to hear this. Hope all is okay x

mowglik · 10/10/2018 20:45

So sorry OP, hope you have some better news soon

8DaysAWeek · 10/10/2018 20:49

He'll be glad to get into his own bed! Hope you can both manage a sleep tonight

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