Living with cancer
posted by Derek.123
19 January 2020

Living with cancer

Last reply: 20 January 2020 11:35

Hi my name is Derek I am 58 years old I'm living with malignant melanoma and 3 brain tumors. 2 weeks before christmas I was having my first radio therapy and took a stroke the same Friday evening and didn't find out it was a stroke till the following Tuesday. Whole left side now paralyzed still living at home with home care help and my daughter Jayne and my wife olive. 4-6 months to live and very hard to live with. I was a cook for 31 years in the army. My last while has been tough great family support. Fighting cancer 17 years.

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commented by seanhall999
20 January 2020

20 January 2020 11:10

HI derek, I just read your post.
its so nice to know that you have the support that you deserve with you family surrounding you.
wish you the best of luck

commented by Derek.123
20 January 2020

20 January 2020 11:10

xxx

commented by Ashley97
20 January 2020

20 January 2020 11:35

Hi Derek I’ve just seen your post, your such a strong man to fight for 17 years with a supportive family to help you along your journey. I will keep you and your family in my prayers for peace strength and courage for the coming months

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