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Glioblastoma Grade 4: How do handle family conversations, sharing?
Brain Tumor | Last Active: Oct 5, 2023 | Replies (28)Comment receiving replies
A primary tumor affecting an adult son with a family and business became a family challenge last October. Having previously been the caregiver to a beloved spouse with multiple sclerosis, I understood the basics of support and responding to family and friends. While we are not out of the woods, recurrence after surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy has not recurred. Keeping things as normal as possible within his family and business has been our primary goal. We have always been close, so conversation and disclosure has simply been augmented. He has tremendous discipline and has maintained his business and physical fitness. I realize, this is not always possible, but I would urge normalcy as a primary goal. It is not easy, particularly with a child of any age. My best regards to you and your challenges.
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@skywarrior, you're right, normalcy may not always be possible or in some cases even desirable. It sure seems like that was a well chosen goal for you and your family, especially since you were already close and open communication was the norm before your son's diagnosis. He and his family must've been appreciative of your well practiced caregiving skills. For some families, a health crisis like this can break them apart and for others it can be the catalyst that begins new pathways of communication.
Did you find that the journey deepened your relationships? How is your son doing today? Was he able to return to working or did changes have to happen within the business?