to just need to get this out...

[lola88]

We have just found out that DPs little brother who's 12 has cancer. We were told there was a small chance a couple of weeks ago and turns out it is cancer.

They say he should be fine but needs a second op and chemo i can not believe it, my grandad died of cancer 4 months ago so everyone is very aware that sometimes they can't save you (we were told grandad has a good chance and was dead within 4 months)

He has no idea yet is sitting on the sofa playing xbox happy as larry and i can hardly look at him. MIL had to drop him here because she is so upset and didn't want to scare him. She is waiting until she see's the consultant on monday to tell him because he will have questions and she has no answers just a breif call from hospital.

sorry this is a ramble but am just so OMG and have to prentend everything is fine in RL.

Oh Lola I'm so sorry hear this. {{{hugs}}}

I'm sorry, nothing helpful to add

Fingers crossed for a positive outcome for the wee dude xx

I'm sorry :( I hope his treatment goes as well as possible and he copes OK.

Really sorry to ear that Lola. My wee brother had no chance but if they say your dp's brother should be fine then you need to believe it. There is cause for optimism.

And you didn't ramble.

So sorry, hope his treatment goes well x

It's awful just thinking about it and I can't even imagine what your family are going through - so sorry & hoping for a good outcome too xxx

((((hugs)))) my friends wee girl is 8 and at 4 was diagnosed and being the superstar she is fought it, and is in her 3rd year of remission. Keep thinking positively x

I'm so sorry, Try to stay positive (hard I know) and don't stop hoping.

So sorry to hear this, hope you's get a good outcome... Stay strong. (((hugs))) x

I couldn't just read this and run, I just wanted to send you some positive vibes and I am wishing him all the luck in the world.
He will be so well supported with family like you, and he will be in the best hands with his medical care.
Sending you huge hugs x

I'm so sorry to hear this. I hope his treatment goes as smoothly as possible(((hugs))))

A grandad of someone who has kids is quite elderly and vulnerable, therefore they will not throw as much at them to make them well in the fear it will kill them! A 12 year old should be fairly robust and more able to take what is thrown at them! Seriously, they will do all that they can!!
All the very best! xx

I am so sorry to hear this news. I know from personal experience how frightening this can be for ALL involved - a close friend of mines little sister was diagnosed with non Hodgkins at the age of 4 and it was a very hollow scary time for everyone! Try and remain positive - he has been diagnosed now so will receive all the expert care he needs - pull on all the resources available to you and don't push away any offers of help.

My thought are with you all at this time - try and stay strong but don't be afraid to cry - and TALK - that's very important !