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Son of Mother diagnosed with Lung Cancer

scprice513
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Nov 23, 2002 - 1:38 am

I have a question for anyone that can answer. My mom's staging was described as follows; T2-N3-MO. I realize the "N3" is not good because it means her lymph nodes have been affected. Does that also mean that it is just a matter of time before before it spreads to the brain or worse, only gives her a short time to live? I'm sorry for being so blunt. However, these are the questions she is asking. I have read most all of your stories and they sound very inspiring. However, my mom and family are going on an emotional rollar coaster right now as I'm sure many of you are. I appreciate anyone's reponse.
GOD BLESS!

Sherman
mariecontra
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 Joined: Nov 2002
Nov 23, 2002 - 2:05 pm
RE: Son of Mother diagnosed with Lung Cancer

hi sherman,
my mom's cancer has spread to her lymph nodes and as of the last 2 cat scans they have not spread. she has been battling this since 4th of july. i understand how you and your family feel, we are going through the same thing, we just take one day at a time. she hs finished radiation and now will exhaust the chemo regimens. lastly, we will try either celebrex or arrisa, the newest drug with some favorable outcomes. hang in there! lynn
scprice513
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Nov 25, 2002 - 8:35 am
RE: Son of Mother diagnosed with Lung Cancer

Thanks Lynn. We're all trying! How did treatment affect your mom (was she tired, loss of weight, etc.)? My mom is 70 years old. How old is yours? Sorry for all of the questions.

Sherman
brendac
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