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I am my brothers caretaker. dealing with an angry & depressed brother who is about to have BMT. He cusses a lot, blames everyone from government to family for life issues. He complained a lot before he got sick and now 10 times worse.
My heart goes out to anyone who is in similar circumstances. Hugs❤️
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Hi @jsea and welcome to Connect. I’m so sorry you’re feeling the brunt of your brother’s anger and depression with his cancer journey.
You mention that he is scheduled to have a bone marrow transplant. We have a growing number of members, along with myself who have had bone marrow transplants (SCT or BMT). One of the many special things about Connect is the ability to talk with members who have first hand experience with many illness, cancers, surgeries, and treatments such a as a bone marrow transplant. It can be so helpful and comforting to speak with someone who has walked the walk.
What can I help you or your brother with as he prepares for his transplant? I can provide you with links for information for Caregivers and patients.
What type of cancer does he have which is requires the transplant?
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What does bmt mean? It must be very frustrating for you to deal with this. today, I am beginning to feel like a servant. all i heard was "get me this, get me that. dont forget an ice cube in my milk. the soup is not warm enough there is too much broth." and on and on. well tomorrow I am going shopping with my mom and I can't wait. I asked him if he would be OK and he said yes. I did msg my son and asked him to check in on him either in person or by phone. In the 27 years since my husband moved from pittsburgh to where I live, he has not made any friends. He is not a social person and never tried to be a friend to anyone. NOw when he could use someone to sit with him for awhile, there is no one he can call. Sad but true. Hang in there. Have you tried duck tape? lol