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I have a 17 year old daughter with cancer her prognosis is good but it's going to be a long hall. She's been in treatment since Feb, chemo every week just finished 28 straight days of radiation.Had to get a feeding tube cause radiation ruined her throat so bad she couldn't eat/ still have 30 more weeks to go. at my wits end trying to hold my family together two other children and a husband that isn't handling it well any advice. thanks
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Hi mas
First of all hugs and best wishes to you, your daughter and your family. Is there anyone who could help you out? Like a friend or relative who could take some of the strain? Have you looked into charities and respite care? It is important to look after yourself too. Take some time out if you can. If you have chores to do, maybe a rota would help? I have found my mum has a cycle of weeks where she feels good and weeks where she feels not so good, so we try and make the most of times when she feels a bit better and then when she doesn't feel so good we help her out more. I think it is hard for men. My mum has cancer and my stepdad is finding it hard as her primary carer. They find it hard to talk or ask for help. How old are your two other children? Can they help out in any way? Even if it is running errands or doing chores, it is something you don't have to do. Things like helping with cooking can be educational for kids too, it will teach them good skills for when they are older. Is there any way you can spend time as a family? Depending on how your daughter is, maybe even a short walk would help. We take my mum on short walks round a nearby park and we have tea in the cafe there. 
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I'm so sorry you have to go through this and that your child has to deal with this as well. It is really a strain on the family.
My 6 year old cousin was diagnosed with Leukemia nearly two years ago when she was 4! she also has a good prognosis, but It seems so unfair. You are not alone and your daughter will continue to fight the good fight. MANY hugs to you!
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Hey. I know how you feel. It's hard watching someone you love go through something like this. My 4 year old brother was just diagnosed with Leukemia in December 2008. It sucks. My parents' lives are falling apart. They hide their feelings, but I know how much they hurt. Stay strong :)
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I'm sorry to hear about your daughter.
As a mom of a child who is also been diagnosed with cancer it is hard. I was 6 months pregnant when my daughter (who was 2 at the time) was diagnosed with leukemia. I've since had my baby and understand the pressures and stress of dealing with it all. I don't really have any advice just that I understand your pain/stress etc ... Hugs to you and your family
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