Relief at the diagnosis

[TNNurse]

23. My friend and coworker was diagnosed with Mesothelioma at 45.

She was already terminal and not offered treatment. She was the mother of two teenage daughters (and was married to a really awful person). I was out of town when she was diagnosed, my husband called me to say "you need to get your head around this before you get home and see her". I did not know what to expect, she was not a physically affectionate person, not a hugger. I entered her room and she reached out for a hug. Within just a few days of diagnosis, she was at peace. She was calm and collected and genuinely at peace. She sought affection from all who came to see her, it was startling but helpful to us.

I hope that this is the level of peace you describe for your wife and for yourself. Keep her comfortable, accept what is ahead for both of you and do not forget to take care of yourself.

I was a nurse for a long time. I have watched many people who had to accept their immediate future and found peace for themselves and those who love them. It is a great gift for all