Cancer Survivors Network - Lung Cancer Stage 3B - Comments

Thanks for your help

diana5414 — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:56:07 -0500

My mother in law has just been diagnosed with NSCLC, stage 3. She went in for surgery today and was told not operable. I am finding stories of hope for her. I have printed yours. Thanks for being here.

husband lung cancer / stage III-B inoperable

indydorsey13 — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:19:13 -0500

All of the support is great, and connections with others who are dealing with this evil disease...My husband was diagnosed Sept. 28..He hasn't started treatment yet....I think he will start next week... What prognosis did oncologist give you ?

Thanks & God Bless You & Keep the Faith One step at a time
Dorsey

3b inoperable

mandm1 — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:15:45 -0500

my wife finished her chemo and rad on march 18 09 down to 81# when I brought her home but with a lot of care she has come back to me ...now at 101# and gaining....last scan showed shrinking and collapsing..new scans on 11/17 and the only ongoing problem is a bad stricture in her throat from the radiation...but docs doing dialation and seems to be working...her hair is back and looks beautiful...always hope never give up

Thank you

Laura88 — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:58:12 -0500

You are an inspiration to me. I am inoperable stage 3B, diagnosed in May of this year. I have just finished 18 weeks of chemo (alimta and Cisplatin) and 8 weeks of radiation. My first scan is this Thursday -- very, very nervous. It is so helpful for me to read the stay positive, never give up postings here. It truly keeps me going -- and thank you so much for that. Keep cooking!!! Laura

depression

Grandma Carolyn — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 17:32:30 -0500

Has your mother talked to her doctors about depression?? That could be part of it.....

survival

Grandma Carolyn — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 17:30:38 -0500

I had surgery for lung cancer in March 2003. I had a small lump 3 years ago but had that burned off and I am on oxygen but other than that I am doing pretty well. I don't go out as much because it is a hassle to fill tanks and get going. I have a pretty good attitude because I am happy to be alive. I do quite a bit of cooking which I have always loved. I had two rounds of chemo in 2003 along with the surgery but I do have extremely knowledgeable doctors. I have been in two clinical trials and also in a Mayo Clinic trial. You have to hang in there and hope for the best and do exactly what your doctors tell you. Never give up!!!!!!!

lung cancer

Craig4 — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:42:11 -0500

My name is Craig
My wife has non small cell lung cancer
We kept her lung drained while at home
and the tube is removed and she is on her 4th
treatment of alitma chemo
before we started treatment i met a 20 year surviver of lung cancer at work
i asked him exactly what he did to survive the ordeal
he said he put himself on high doses of vitamin C plus small doses of A and B
and did chemo.....he was not suppose to survive....the oncologists asked him exactly what he did to make such a remarkable recovery...we did a exact duplication of what he did..
to date my wife is on introvenous C (100,000 mlg) per week plus A and B twice weekly through her port...
I have seen the good results from the C being in her plus it has helped her
make a comback after each chemo session .............
my question to this group is this.
have any one of you used or are you using vitamin C to help combat the cancer?
they down graded her cancer from stage 4 to a 3b because she is doing so well
she has no difficult breathing, no pain, no fatique
we are considering immuntherapy after her chemo is done
any information shared is greatly appreciated

stage 3 left lung cancer

goldeneagle 1953 — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:39:49 -0400

I had cancer in my upper lobe of my left lung. Been there 7 weeks of Chemo and 8 weeks Radiation . When i went back and had the Pet Scan. A then seen my cancer Doctor he said my left lung look good now. but i will have to go back for a cat scan because they found a 6 mil-a-liter in my Right Lung and it is small.

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stage 3B

BettyBaker — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 11:36:32 -0400

In Feb, 2009,I was diagnosed with Stage 3B lung cancer. The tumor in my right lung is 9X7, with 2 lymph nodes between my lungs and one around my collarbone area. With so many scans, ct's and mri's taken and then I began chemotherapy then radiation. It was a whirlwind of a month. With all of that going on it has taken a while for it to hit me and it has hit me hard emotionally. I am trying to find support groups in my area. The Dr's said it was inoperable, unless they can decrease the size of the tumor in my lung enough. So I am confused, scared, and the not knowing is the hardest. But reading still here 3 yrs and another blog, I see there is hope. If you can give me any information I would appreciate it. It has been almost 3 weeks since my first chemo and I have not lost my hair yet. I have been through 2 weeks of radiation and have acid reflux, but the doctor stated that was not caused by the radiation. I feel tired all of the time, I sleep 11 - 12 hrs a night. I have hit a low point and need some reassurances. I am knew at this and don't know where to turn. I am trying to find financial assistance, because I have to pay $5,000 out of pocket and I have called around and don't know for sure what associations, etc. are out there. Any information anyone has would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you

NON SMALL CELL STAGE 3B LUNG CANCER

stillhere_3yrs — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 14:44:52 -0400

I was touched by your posting, & want you to know that I too have non small cell stage 3B lung cancer, & am alive and doing very well after 3 years. They can no longer see any cancer activity on my PET scans, but are hesistant to say that I am cured. I continue with chemo treatments every 3 weeks, & have been on Alimta (a type of chemo with minimal side effects)for almost 2 1/2 years. My cancer was inoperable because of the size & location of the mass, so I was treated aggressively with radiation & 3 different types of chemo. The hardest part was the first few weeks of treatment, but please know that there is light at the end of the tunnel. I lost my hair during treatments but got a wig & went back to work after 12 weeks of treatments. Please don't put too much stock in statistics. Yes, your sister can have a great quality of life. I am proof that it is possible. I wish your sister the best, & will keep her in my thoughts & prayers.

My dad - my hero

Pini — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 11:52:21 -0500

Good Morning,
I was thrilled to read about your mom! May God continue to bless and keep her!
My dad was diagnosed with Stage 3b lung cancer on Jan. 21, 2009. My world stood
still. Just as we were beginning to accept the diagnosis we found out that he also
has metastatic scapula cancer to his right shoulder. He had his first chemo
treatment last Friday and has done very well. He is extremely weak though but he
has such a good appetite. We are a Christian family and we are praying for a
miracle! My moto is "Whatever it takes!" I know that there will be good days
and difficult days - but we will get thru them with the help and grace of the
Lord Almighty! My faith is strong and when I read stories such as yours, my
faith is even stronger!
This is the first time that I have ever written to anyone online. I just wanted
you to know that I appreciate you sharing the wonderful news about your mom! I
pray that I too will be able to share the same wonderful news about my dad in the
coming months ahead.
May all of your days be blessed!

NON SMALL CELL STAGE 3b LUNG CANCER

SALEMHOGAN — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 17:32:46 -0500

My sister has this cancer. They told us she has a less than 20% chance of survival. She starts
her chemo next Wednesday. She goes for 6-7 hours of chemo.Is this coming to give her any type of quality of life. She's 54 years old and I don't want her to suffer for the remaining time she has left.

My mom

sherryjoyce — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 22:50:51 -0500

my mom is cancer free today and she now weights 108 lbs. In nov of 2007 we found out she had 3b lung cancer, she was 174 lbs. my mom lost over 80 lbs before she started gaining weight again. Its hard to get back up once you get down but you can get back up if you want to. so dont give up on your dad, be there for him, listen to him, and encourge him the best way you can. Dont let him see all your fears but dont hide them all from him. just let him know you will be there for him and you love him.

Light at End of Tunnel

lbanzi — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 11:26:29 -0500

I was diagnosed in July, 2008 with small cell lung cancer. I had 6 months of Cisplating and Etoposide, and by the end of the 6th treatment, the tumor and other mets areas (rib and lymph node) are almost normal. Yes, chemo is rough, but he needs to find foods that taste good to him and eat. Right after chemo, (up to 1 week after), alot of foods tasted bad, but I could tolerate certain things, like scrambled eggs. A diet high in protein is good--try to get as much protein in him as you can. Also, soup, jello, and certain fruits I was able to tolerate well. As a nutritional boost, my doctor recommended a drink called "Ensure", but I didn't use it much. Attitude is everything! He must eat if he wants to recover from the chemo treatments. He needs to rest, but should try to be active each day for a short time and then gradually increase activities. I am now back to work full-time, and I was just diagnosed 6 months ago. He can overcome the side effects, but he does need to fight it.

Best of Luck......

Lung Cancer Stage 3B

boffst — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 21:43:03 -0500

My father was recently diagnosed with stage 3 b lung cancer that is inoperable. He started chemo yesterday (Cisplatin/Etoposide chemo). He is so weak and in a lot of pain and won't eat anything. I am so scared. Is there anyone who has had stage 3b and bounced back where there has been a quality of life. I just don't see a light at the end of the tunnel.