Suzy's Story

Ethnicity

White British

Age

50-59

Work

Retired

Geography

Wales

Relationship status

Married/In a Civil Partnership

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Radical Prostatectomy (Surgery)

Do you have any tips or advice that may help others support those who are going through treatment, including with any ongoing side effects?

Make sure to have time out - quality time to yourself

Please tell us how their treatment impacted your life the most.

My husband’s moods & anxiety has affected the mood in the house. Arguments, tension

Thinking about your own wellbeing, what has helped you to cope, and where have you gone to find support? What tips and advice would you give to others?

Close friends.
Seen a counsellor initially.

Take time out

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