Prostate cancer

I think you will get a lot of help and support on here.

My partner was diagnosed a couple of years with prostate cancer, and also was put on hormone treatment, which two years down the line he's still on. There's so many roads to travel supporting a loved one with this cancer. He had radiotherapy for 7 weeks, and thankfully it has staved off the cancer - for a while. I personally found MacMillan nurses invaluable, also if there's a Maggies Centre near the hospital, it's a comforting environment to be in.

My advice is you need to talk, if not to each other, then reach out to friends. Oh Lindylou I feel so much for you as I've travelled the same road, and still travel it. There will be so much support from others who may be able to express themselves better than I can at the moment. Please PM me if you'd feel like to chat...

I’m so sorry Lindylou to hear your bad news, when in your position I too found it hard it’s only natural to be emotional. I would take myself off on a walk when it all got too much even just a walk round the park helped. Do you have family support?
There’s going to be lots of hospital visits and you’ll have to be strong and supportive for your DH please feel free to pm me if you want to vent or just ask a question.

Hi lindylou. That must have been a shock for you. Has your DH seen the consultant and found out what his options are? Many men have prostate cancer and there are a variety of treatments. My DH was diagnosed about 15 years ago. He was offered radiotherapy or chemotherapy or surgery. He chose the surgery option and has done well since. I know many others with the same problem so you are not alone.
I would find out all you can. Hope his treatment is effective.