Leah1976 301 Report post Posted October 9, 2019 Hi guys.... I hate to complaint... I have been trying to be more positive but it's hard. Can you believe I am still scared of a brain tumor? yes, that's all I think about 24/7... it's been 14 months since my fear started..... you may recall I saw my GP about did neuro test told me I don't have it and then went to neurologist and told me the same.... since started lexapro last year I have been experiencing twitches everywhere, which most day I deal with, but some days like today it's worse.... I am just so fed up with this worry and I am falling into a deep depression. To add to the drama, my father in law was just diagnosed with prostate cancer, stage I at least, and I am going to the oncologist with him today to learn about the treatment he needs. I am a mess about this even though I know he will be fine. It just bring bad memories from my mother in law who passed away from pancreatic cancer 5 years ago and I went to her appointments, chemo, etc, it was very stressful and traumatic.... And finally to add to my drama and anxiety I just learn that the medicine I have been taking for acid reflux for over 9 months, zantac, has been recalled and puled from the shelves for a possible carcinogen... like I need that.... so now . am a mess worrying about liver cancer, etc. I don't know what to do with this info. I am very down today and it's raining.... I just want this day to be over.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SurferJoe 5 Report post Posted October 9, 2019 Those kinds of days are definitely hard. It can feel like things just pile up. It seems like you have a lot on your plate. Are you able to compartmentalize your day? That often helps me when I'm feeling overwhelmed. It also helps to break down the day into smaller portions: minutes, hours, and so on. I focus on staying positive for an hour or so. It makes the day seem less oppressive. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Leah1976 301 Report post Posted October 9, 2019 Just quick update, father in law is fine, it's a slow growing cancer, won't kill him, does not need treatment at this time. I feel MUCH better now! I am trying to stay positive... I am listening to the DARE book and makes a lot of sense and it's helping.... Thanks for listening. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SurferJoe 5 Report post Posted October 9, 2019 1 hour ago, Leah1976 said: Just quick update, father in law is fine, it's a slow growing cancer, won't kill him, does not need treatment at this time. I feel MUCH better now! I am trying to stay positive... I am listening to the DARE book and makes a lot of sense and it's helping.... Thanks for listening. Glad to hear it!! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Leah1976 301 Report post Posted October 10, 2019 13 minutes ago, SurferJoe said: Glad to hear it!! Thanks!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
