|  | When a person is diagnosed with leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma or a related condition it affects the entire family. Every family deals with a cancer diagnosis in a different way but many people find that being honest with their friends and family really helps. You will find that everybody has your welfare at the top of their list even though they might find it difficult to know when to visit or what to talk about.
Regardless of how you and your family are feeling, your health care team are always there to listen and may be able to refer you to a counsellor if you want someone impartial to talk to.
Joining a support group can be a good way to discuss your feelings with other people who are in/have been in a similar situation. Click here to find out more about national support organisations in the UK.
We have a collection of stories from patients and family members and from one stem cell transplant donor.
If you are a young person who wants to read about the affects of a blood cancer on the family then click here to find out more.
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