I watched the programme last night and found it very moving. I often see patients in the day case unit in their early 20's, mostly with Lymphoma and even a MM patient just turned 30. In Alex's case it was an almost instant call of terminal illness and he was determined to make the most of the rest of his short life… although he was surrounded by a very loving group of family and close friends the real sadness for me was in his finding true love amongst the tragedy… everything changed then because I believe it made him realise just what an extended life could offer.
He was never in denial but the introduction of Ali made him want to fight and survive… something he already knew was not an option.
This was not a medical programme, it was an affirmation of courage and fortitude but nonetheless inspiring as a portrait of one young man's determination not to be defined by his illness.
Dai.
comfortablynumb 13 years, 4 months ago.
