Discussion: I am a 51-year-old woman suffering from chronic migraines. My husband has been cheating on me for years. I feel tired, but I'm scared.

The problem of a cheating spouse is a problem that is not unique to migraine patients; it preoccupies many chronically ill patients (including me at the time). Infidelity in a sick spouse has a different, much more offensive meaning.

Your distress is felt; even the fear is natural and understandable. Despite my older age, I was in your situation and decided to divorce because frustration and emotional stress do not allow recovery. Infidelity to a sick spouse is not just sexual but primarily emotional. At the same time, it is a significant life decision with emotional, social, and economic consequences. If you have close friends and family members with whom you can share intimate secrets, it is highly advisable to hear their opinions. I encourage you to calmly and quietly converse with your husband to clarify your relationship.