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Life challenges

Life challenges

So I wanted to share a bit about myself and what I'm facing in life.

I've had health issues throughout my life things like arthritis, scoliosis, heart problems etc. Things that have mostly been able to be treated with medications. But last year I was diagnosed with cancer and it's been a hell of a fight ever since. I've undergone several surgeries, chemotherapy, radiation therapy and things were looking ok. But recently I was told that the cancer had spread and I'm probably not going to make it to see my 50th birthday which for me is less than 3 years away.

I haven't got any support around me and this information has been hard for me to process. Whilst I knew my life was on borrowed time it never really sunk in until I was sat down and told the facts.

As you can imagine with everything I've gone through during my life I suffer from mental health issues and recently that's become alot worse. For me I don't want to get to that point where my body is shutting down.

I don't like not being in control but at the moment everything is out of my control, I'm reliant on medical teams, medications, other people trying to work out what the next step is. I'm unsure whether I want to put my body through more chemo or radiation therapy or whether to just let this ride its course. Even doing it it's only going to buy me a little bit more time so is it really worth it or do I just try to enjoy what time I have left.

Anyway that's a bit of my story and what I'm facing. Thanks for reading.

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Oh @Hopeandlove, my friend, I am so sorry to hear this news.

I think shock it the only response to this news, I am shocked.

I hope you are still able to find peace and calm in your nature world though.

I will still be here whenever you feel well enough to post.

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Thank you @MJG017. I don't think it's hit me yet, I'm in shock but I'm not feeling any emotions. I had a chat to the psychiatrist that came this morning not sure if it was helpful or just a chance to vent to someone.

I'm somewhat comfortable, still in pain but the pain relief they are giving me is taking the edge off. I never thought things were going to go downhill so fast. All I keep thinking about is the things I used to enjoy doing that I'll never get to do again.

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Thank you @Till23 . I have been attempting to escape to my scenes away from reality but my head feels far away from me and I'm not able to escape this reality.

So many questions, so many thoughts, so much pain (mentally). I wish things were different, that I had more time, that I wasn't in this position.

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@Hopeandlove have you let the staff know you are still having some pain. It would be good to be as comfortable as possible.

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@Till23 the pain is a reminder that I'm still here. It's a dull pain nothing I can't handle.

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Hopefully you will see a social worker @Hopeandlove who can maybe answer some questions and of course your medical team.

I am not surprised you are finding it difficult to think, anyone would.

I am sorry things have move so quickly, I can’t imagine how difficult this must be for you, but I will still be here on the forums and you are definitely in my thoughts.

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Your resilience is incredible @Hopeandlove and your grace in accepting your situation and responding to the forums is uplifting

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@Till23 I have talked to social workers while I have been here, it's not questions that can be answered though.

I don't have a choice other than to accept what's happening. The medical staff have shown so much understanding and compassion towards me. The forums is the only contact I have to the outside world and I will try to keep contact as long as I can.

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Dear @Hopeandlove

I'm so incredibly sorry to hear this. I can’t imagine how overwhelming this must be for you. It’s completely understandable to be in shock, there’s no right way to process news like this. No wonder you can't think straight.

I hope they’re able to keep you as comfortable as possible, and that you can find even small moments of peace, whether in the kindness of those around you or by picturing yourself in one of your favorite nature scenes.

You are deeply cared for, and we’re all here for you. Sending you love, strength, and comfort.

Snuggles 💕🫂

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Thank you for your kind words @Former-Member .

I'm going to get some rest my eyes are so heavy and my body feels weak. I hope to chat to you all a bit later.

@Till23 @MJG017 @tyme

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