My Story: On My Own

By bigg

1 min read

I've been battling this prostate cancer for 6-1/2 years now. I'm basically on my own. I have no family here in Michigan. It gets really hard and sad. I have a few friends that I can count on. I sit home a lot. Anyway. Thank you for giving us all a chance to win. 😎

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Doug Sparling Member
Hi Bigg, Almost all my friends are online. I’ve found sites like this one can be a great community where you can learn from many and find folks to talk to. Welcome! -Doug (ProstateCancer.net Advocate)
Doug Sparling Member
Hi <inline-mention user-id="3262107" username="bigg"/> I completely understand your situation. I started making cancer friends on twitter. All I did was start following and talking to people. You can post here on <a href='https://prostatecancer.net' target='_blank'>prostatecancer.net</a> as well. It’s another way to find people going through what you are. I do spend a lot of time at home, but it’s really good to get out and do some walking. You can try a local support group if there are any in your area. I’ve found them to be hit or miss but I have made some really good friends that way. Good luck and don’t be shy about posting. Doug (Prostate <a href='https://Cancer.net' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer ugc'>Cancer.net</a> Moderator)
ninaw Community Admin
<inline-mention user-id="3262107" username="bigg"/> , I wanted to check back in with you both to see how you're doing and to share some comments we got on Facebook to your story here. In the post, we asked for advice & support. "Get out and do something, volunteer, find a hobby. I have been in this fight for over 3 years. Just have to stay busy." - Larry "I’m in the same boat with you-all alone and have not even told my daughter—I don’t get along with my urologist either—I’m doing CBD and some other things too—use this site to vent-it will help—" "there might be groups, but you must be willing to step out of your day to day." "I've been cancer free of Prostate Cancer for 9 years. I sought treatment when I was diagnosed. Yes, I've had other health problems as a result of the cancer treatments, but it hasn't affected my life style or my family life." "I have been fighting mine for two years. And yes it would be easy to become a recluse. There are a few people that we, my wife, who has been a tremendous asset, and I feel semi comfortable visiting. One thing that has helped me is going to Church. There are people there who will always give me a smile and a friendly word. Maybe there is a church close to you. Prayer for relief" "My best only real friend is my dog" "I too lived alone when I was battling cancer but I had family and we kept a group text going and I had people offer if I ever needed to talk that they were there." Also including a link to the post in case you're on Facebook: <a href='https://www.facebook.com/prostatecancerdotnet/posts/845716259176575?' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer ugc'>https://www.facebook.com/prostatecancerdotnet/posts/845716259176575?</a> And I hope you'll find Doug's comment helpful as well. He's definitely been there himself! - Nina, <a href='https://prostatecancer.net' target='_blank'>ProstateCancer.net</a> Team
Dennis E. Golden Moderator & Contributor
I have been battling an aggressive prostate cancer for the past 6+ years. While there is family support I have also found that a great way for me to overcome some parts of this difficult journey has been to get involved with support and education groups. Reaching out to others has been a great tool for me. Today I meet monthly with men who are facing treatment, I lead monthly discussion groups and connect with men and their partners via the internet who are often at a loss when facing this disease. Personally I decided it was best for me to reach out to others ... Do hope my experience is of some help ... Dennis (<a href='https://prostatecancer.net' target='_blank'>ProstateCancer.net</a>) Team