Wife Diagnosised

Duckdgs

My wife was diagnosised with Dcis - I know about it but what can I expect to go through from my side being the husbad?

purplemb

Duck, it really depends on her treatment, but being ther and supporting her is the best thing you can do..
Good luck
MB

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Duck, for me it has been very helpful for both of us that I am very involved with the whole process. I have been able to go to just about every dr and tx appointment over the last 3+ months. My employer has been excellent. I take lots of notes and ask lots of questions. The surgical and oncology teams have been excellent too. I feel as if I have been able to grow and learn along with process. It has also helped to be able to communicate with other hubbies like you have here. I have been fortunate to have 2 other fellas in the same boat but a little bit further along in their process. You may also be able to seek out a support group that is designed for both of you, not just your wife. This whole BC thing is a huge emotional and physical drain for everybody.
Another thing I have done is to create a blog. It has been very therapeutic for me to write in the blog and to keep our family and friends informed about what is going on without the phone ringing off the hook everynight. You will also find that some of your friends may not have a clue how to act or react to the BC dx. A couple of our friends have shyed away a bit while others have given so much of themselves, it is so humbling.
Hey Duck, I know the anxiety you feel. Hang in there and be sure to take care of yourself too. Be sure to eat right and get excercise. It helps to keep the mind clear in both good and tough times.
Scott