I don't know if my fiance will be able to handle staying in bed or doing nothing constantly all day.. Honestly I don't know if I can go through this again. Is there anything I can do to get over this fear?
Does Anyone fear losing their spouse due to illness?
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Yes I fear it and it also makes me feel guilty, I often wonder if I would be as patient as him if he was the sick one. I’m lucky to have him but wonder how much he can take and I really think maybe if he was the sick one I wouldn’t be so kind and that makes me feel terrible 
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I really think maybe if he was the sick one I wouldn’t be so kind and that makes me feel terrible
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Yes😔Even though he comforts me daily.
My partner left after I'd be unwell for about 4 years. It made a tough time even tougher. I'm glad to hear that there are some couples who make it work.
I'm sorry to hear that.. How long were you together?
The other thing I would be afraid of is catching it from fluid contact. Several patients have reported it spreading through families. Chronic viruses are common with ME patients and probably cause it. Horrible situation. This is why I stopped dating when I contracted ME.
We were together for just under 6 years.
That's rough.. this illness has ruined a couple relationships for me, so I definitely understand what it's like.
I'm always here to talk if you need! I find it helps to have friends who are in a similar situation (I've made quite a few good friends here on PR)
I'm always here to talk if you need! I find it helps to have friends who are in a similar situation (I've made quite a few good friends here on PR)
Thanks @crypt0cu1t -It's good to have people around who can relate 😊