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Is anxiety "normal"
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Jul 25, 2001 - 7:07 pm
i am the caregiver of my mother who has lung cancer. we bought a larger house so that we can all live together and make it easier for me to be there for her. overall she is doing pretty good. she has non small cell lung cancer and it is inoperatable.the biggest problem now is anxiety and nervousness she is on buspar, klonopin, zanax and zoloft.have been told that alot of cancer patients have this condition.any suggestions or comments are greatly appreciated. i dont know what else to do for her to help her feel more comfortable..is this anxiety "normal"...thx |
Joined: Jul 2001
Hi mdbyers this is my first post to this discussion group and I wanted to respond to your message. I am the caregiver for both my parents. My Mom has lymphoma, but has not started treatment yet. She is nervous and anxious also about her condition but they haven't put her on any meds for that. I imagine your Mom is warranted in feeling that way. I know I still do. I think talking about it and making her as comfortable as possible is going to be a big step. How do you make your mom feel comfortable? I guess by keeping the lines of communication open. She may even experience some side effects to her depression medicine that might make her feel antsy too. A big hug to you and your family. Cancer is a stressful thing for everyone. When one person has it, it affects not just one but the whole family. Yes, I am no doctor but I think anxiety is going to be a factor with anyone who has cancer and for those caring for ones that do.
PaulaS
Joined: Jul 2001