Family matters and concerns

If you and your loved one have younger children in your family, or grandchildren, you may be wondering if you should discuss his prostate cancer with them.

That’s a decision that only you and your loved one can make, but if you decide not to tell children, they may still suspect that something is wrong. Children are pretty perceptive.

If you do decide to tell younger children, it may
be enough just to say that “Daddy or Grandpa is sick and the doctor is going to help him.”

If they question you further, you can provide additional details, if you feel it’s appropriate.

If your man's parents are still alive, you also may consider whether or not you want to tell them that their son has prostate cancer.

Again, this is a personal decision. If your loved one’s parents are not in good physical or mental health, it may also be a factor in your decision.

If his parents are in good health, and you decide not to tell them, understand that they may react angrily, or be hurt if they find out.

Even though you may think keeping difficult news from his parents will free them from worry, they may not feel the same way you do.

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