Depression after treatment

[Mitch11]

I finished radiotherapy in March for a recurrence in a lymph node in clavicle. I had chemo last year for stage 3c OV. Now I am feeling desperately low and struggling with life. I had a positive check up a couple of weeks ago but just feel so depressed. Has anyone else found they have felt like this?

Thanks M

[Hidden]

HI Mitch, its okay to feel a bit down but if its overwhelming you, try and get some support from a Cancer Support Group such as Arc Cancer Support in Ireland or contact your gynae liason nurse and she should let you know the options. If in the Uk go to your nearest Macmillan Centre. Sometimes we find it better to get support from others besides family who dont really understand. All these services are confidential so nothing you say goes outside the door. You could also chat to your gp if you have a nice one who will listen, they can also put you in touch with support. Sending you a virtual hug, you have been through a lot and you have to care for yourself and take it easy. I know its frustrating when you cant do things you used to be able to do but in time you will feel a bit better, baby steps

[Mitch11 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you for your kind words and understanding. Yes I am focusing on what I have and not what I've lost or haven't got! Best wishes M

[Bluehen]

When our bodies are weak and broken, it wears us out mentally without our permission. I found myself breaking down and crying and I didn't mean too. My husband would ask what was wrong and I explained, I did not mean to cry, my body is just so weak it's making me cry. Don't know if that makes sense or not but that was my experience. Give yourself permission to have a good cry and then start counting your blessings. If you don't have support at home, seek outside support. This is a terrible thing to go through. Hope you get some help and start feeling better. Hugs, prayers and comfort.

[Mitch11 in reply to Bluehen]

Thank you for your reply. You are right about allowing yourself to just let go and accept all that's happened.. Im realising it's an up and down journey just like getting through treatment.

Many thanks and best wishes M

[thesilent1]

Hi Mitch. I know exactly how you feel, I felt that way too after my first line treatment ended. I ended up a sdobbing mess in the GP surgery. She took a nlotnmof time with me and explained that I had been through a lot, going from appointment to appointment with no time to process what was happening to me. When treatment ended and bi was set free so to speak, I had time to register what was going on. She recommended I approach our local Macmillan Centre for counseling but she also prescribed a low dose of Citalopram for me and this definitely helped. I went for counseling too. Give yourself some time to adjust to the new you. Be kind to yourself and don't expect t too much of yourself. All the best. Ann xo

[Mitch11 in reply to thesilent1]

Thanks so much for your reply and advice. Support is key, something I've realised and am actively doing something about!

Best wishes

M