I just found out that my husband has small cell cancer. We are very scared because there is a 25% chance of remission. I have been crying off and on and trying to be strong but it is tough. I understand that it is hard on him but he has been mean or treating me like I am stupid.
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I believe that I can get over this time in my life but I need support.
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What are you having a problem with?
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My husband has cancer. I have been really depressed.
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I understand how you are feeling. My mom had cancer. It really helped me to join a support group.
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So how do you keep going without crying? How do I find a support group? I live in a rural place.
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Crying is natural. You have every right to have those feelings. Don't try and stop yourself from crying.
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Ok. How do I not cry in front of him?
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There are online support groups you could get involved with.
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Yeah but where do I find them?
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You can google - online cancer support groups.
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It makes it tough because I don't make as much money as he does/ What kind of cancer di your mother have?
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My mother had rectal cancer. She went through a surgery and chemo and radiation and then she went into remission.
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Oh he has a 25 percent of remission
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If you are having problems with money you might be able to qualify for food assistance through the SNAP program. Hang in there, I know it is rough but there is hope.
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Yeah but food I can always get. Its paying the bills.
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Hang in there, I know it is rough but there is hope.
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I know I will snap out of it and get my strength back. I always bounce back.
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Remember, as much as you need to be strong for him - you need to take care of yourself extra special during this time. Remember, as much as you need to be strong for him - you need to take care of yourself extra special during this time.
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Yeah I have been. I am thinking about rewarding myself.
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That's a great idea! You deserve it!
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I really appreciate your help.
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You are very welcome. I understand how you are feeling. I will pray for you.
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Thank you I guess I should be going
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Alright, hang in there. You will get through this. Best wishes to you!
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Same to you bye.
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Bye
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Hey one more thing can I talk too you again?
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Right now?
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No another time.
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I don't know if we are supposed to give out private information.
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