Earlier this week the world mourned the death of actress Shannen Doherty. Her battle with cancer was made even more painful being forced to battle her now ex-husband who was having an affair during her treatment. Shannen’s case isn’t isolated, it turns out many women have experienced a very similar thing. So why do some men cheat on their sick partners? THE END BITS  Subscribe to Mamamia Read more about Shannen Doherty here Read more about Vanessa's story here  GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy  With thanks to:  Vanessa Medico, host of You Me Us podcastElisabeth Shaw, CEO Relationships Australia NSW  Producer: Claire Murphy  Senior Producer: Taylah StranoAudio Producer: Thom Lion Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.