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Anxious person - dad undergoing tests

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jmrpinkie · 02/03/2026 10:36

I suffer with health anxiety but I have done so much work the last 5 years and I am in such a good place. I had my second child 8 weeks ago. My son is 5 - post natally this was the trigger for me seeking help for my anxiety as I was not coping. I had such fear it would spike again this time post partum but thankfully I am thriving. Why am I writing you ask?

my dad had an MRI of his liver which showed up multiple lesions and is now undergoing further tests but they believe it is cancer and the secondary site. I feel I am being realistic and practical but my heart is breaking for my parents. I just burst in to tears from time to time. I’m trying to stay strong so my 5 year old doesn’t see my crying all the time. I think I know all the tools I need to use to deal with this but guess just looking for some reassurance. I’m home and know I need to get out for a long walk in the sun because staying in will not be good.

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Mulledjuice · 02/03/2026 10:40

Oh gosh that would be a lot for anyone.

Yes yes to getting out for a walk. Even better if you can find a cafe with a sunny seat, and make a list of all the other things that help you to manage your condition and maybe a separate one of all the things on your mind.

jmrpinkie · 02/03/2026 10:46

Thank you! Yes I think that’s exactly what I am going to do. Don’t know where you are but the sun is shining here so I’m going to hop out with my little girl and go for a walk. As my dad said to me yesterday - “today is a gift - don’t wast it worrying”

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Mulledjuice · 02/03/2026 10:49

Indeed! Love that you can channel his attitude today. All best wishes

jmrpinkie · 03/03/2026 20:17

I’m struggling today. It’s a lot holding it all together during the day when I’m out and about and with my son or with friends and by the end of the day I just can’t stop crying. I’m just so worried about my dad and what’s going through his mind. And for my mom 🫩

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