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Worried about my husband who had throat cancer: How to support him?
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Found out in April had 6 weeks of chemo and radiation, he is done now cancer is gone . But I don't know how to help with recovery. How can I get him to open up more about what is going on in his head. I don't want to upset him. Please help worrywife.
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@worrywife, welcome. I can see that you are very worried. I moved your discussions into one discussion in the Head & Neck Cancers support and Caregivers support group, so that you can follow all the support and tips fellow members offer you in one place here:
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/frist-time-wife-worried-about-my-husband-he-had-throat-cancer/
It sounds like your husband is still recovering, not only from treatment, but from the emotional toll cancer can have. It may take some time and patience before he is ready to open up. Fatigue after treatment may also be affecting him.
You might wish to ask for an appointment with a social worker specializing in cancer to talk through how you are feeling and what they might suggest how to support him. Most cancer centers have social workers. They help support patients, but also family members. Read more here:
- - How an Oncology Social Worker Can Help https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/cancer-education-center/newsfeed-post/how-an-oncology-social-worker-can-help/