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Lung Cancer

Archives for March 2013

Lobectomy Recovery Stage 1A-Adenocarcinoma
My husband underwent a right upper lobectomy on 2/4/13. He was diagnosed Stage 1A Adenocarcinoma. His oncologist advised that he doesn't need chemo or radiation but will need CT scans every six months and will see the oncologist every 3 months. My question is how long before the pain subsides? He went to his surgeon last…
radiation treatments
hello..i havent been here for quite some time..i was diagnosed with lung cancer caused by cancer cells migrating to my lungs from my colon cancer years ago...this time its stage 4. scarey. my question today tho, is what can i expect from radiation treatments? i have of course researched this, but would like feedback from…
Kemo Brain
Its been awhile since I poste but things have gotten much worse. The kemo seemed to be working for awhile but then my mother seemed to be getting really confused and out of it. The doc said she had a UT infection and her blood was low she had a transfusion and started antibiotics. The very next day while I was cleaning her…
tumor markers/gene markers???? how many are there, how many targeted treatments?
I can not for the life of me figure out how to read the biopsy result with a clear understanding and to know what it means for me in the long run..............i made it through the surgeries.........now i need more answers and they cometh so slowly.
Carbo/Alimta
Hello again, my mom started her chemo of carboplatin and Alimta. I was curious who out there has used this combo and what were your experiences with it? Also, i read that chemo in stage iv patients only extends life by weeks? is that true? I wouldnt think it could be considering there are many people with advanced cancer…
Update
Hi All, It's been a while since I have been in and thought I would give you an update ... It's been two months off Tarceva. The first couple of weeks were pure hell and hubby truly believed that he was going to die during that time. He was far sicker than he had been on any chemo treatments - vomiting, felt as though his…
Bad Pet Scan
In 2010 they found cancer on my top lobe of my right lung.It was removed by surgery with no other treatments.July of 2012 I had a pacemaker put in on my left shoulder.2 weeks ago I had a pet scan and the Doctor said I have a lymph node under my arm and in my neck that is swollen.He sent me to a out patient surgery center…
Bronchoalveolar Cancer
I have had pulmonary hypertension for 4 years, as well as a scar on my lung from Valley Fever about 6 years ago. I also have a pacemaker. I recently had horrible chest pain and was diagnosed with pneumonia (about a month after a bout with the flu). They did a CAT scan and discovered a shadow in LUL that had been there for…
Small brain met on the brain
My father has been dealing with lung cancer for four years. We found out today that he has a very small brain met. We were told that it's treatable especially since so small. He will have his first radiation on Tuesday and I am wondering if anybody else has had a successful control on the mets of the brain. Thank you.
My Beautiful Mother at 54
Hello, I don't know where to start, but after two endless, and sleepless days I landed myself here. I feel like I need group therapy as no one I know, other than you all on this site can understand me and my pain. My mom started showing signs of being sick right after Christmas. She had this awful cough, and chest…
ALK gene mutation
Hi Everyone, Its my first time posting on here. My story in brief... My husband (33) has been diagnosed with Adenocarcinoma of the Lung stage 3b and some say stage 4. It is in his lymph nodes in his medialstienum and neck. He has down 2 rounds of chemo (alimta and Cisplatin) and has done great. The only side effect was…
Lung Nodules
Hi my name is Trisha and I have Lupus. I know this is a cancer site and I just have a couple of questions for anyone that can give me some insight. 6 months ago on a ct scan they found 2 nodules on my right lung, they said repeat scan in 6 months, so i just had it done yesterday and one of the nodules measure 2mm larger…
what happened
What happened to Soccerfreak? I hope he is ok. That man was a wealth of information and support.
Mother with stage IV lung cancer with mets to the brain x4~what to expect, no more treatment
My mom, aged 64, was diagnosed in Nov. of 2011 with Stage IV adenocarcinoma with mets to the brain. She intially had the brain tumor removed, received chemo, and had radiation on her lung tumor. In October of 2012 a second brain tumor was discovered and removed. 4 weeks later a third tumor was found, in the exact spot of…
anyone that has seen it with thier own eyes
soooo mom has stage four small cell lung cancer that has spread to liver and brain.we hav done 4 rounds of chemo. HAS ANYONE BEEN THIS FAR INTO AND LIVED?
Rang That Bell
Hubby completed lungs rads Fri. and "rang the bell". Bleeding complications with feeding tube site necessitated two ER visits on Thurs., but finally solved with sutures. Time will tell. Week of "rest"(what's that) coming up and then starting chemo, so will be checking back in later. Not sure when next CT will take place.…
Mom is now one of our Angels
I know I haven't been on in a long time...just wanted to let you all know Mom's journey has ended after 2 years and 2 mos. of fighting on Saturday March 2nd at home. She was a fighter if I know one...Onc stated in October she shouldn't be able to hear with the amt of tumors in her head, through out her bones and lungs. Onc…
Hiya! ;)
It's been awhile but I thought I would just check in on all of you. Don't worry, I'm fine for right now; July is my yearly scan time and in January I hit the 4 year mark! Yikes and here I am to talk about it. I see a lot of new names here and if I may impart a few words of wisdom...Do not let ANYONE and I mean anyone put…
help
i need to know if chemo treats cancer in brain that has spread from lung.if not how fast does it grow
could a brother donate a portion of his lung and liver to save his sister
My sister was recently diagnosed with small cell lung cancer that spread to the liver with numerous spots on the liver. Has anyone ever heard to a doctor that would perform a partial lung and liver transplant if we were a match?
could a brother donate a portion of his lung and liver to save his sister
My sister was recently diagnosed with small cell lung cancer that spread to the liver with numerous spots on the liver. Has anyone ever heard to a doctor that would perform a partial lung and liver transplant if we were a match?
Stressed!
Stressed~a good place to start! In 2011 I was disabled with COPD (Asthma & Lupus). In January I went to the Dr with an infection or possible pneumonia. I had been on antibiotics for 10 days, 5 days off, then another 10 days with a week off and each cycle I began to feel better until the antibiotic was finished. A stronger…
Well, I guess this is where I need to start
My sister called yesterday to tell me that there is a tennis ball size tumor in her lung (I forget which) and several in her liver. She has not had a biopsy yet but we all know that's not good. She has had pain in the area of her liver for about 2-3 mo. The Drs kept treating her for constipation and diarrhea. Now the part…
needing a bit of support
Hi all, I've been reading some of your stories, and first wanted to say how wonderful it is you are all supportive and kind to each other on here. You truely are inspirational, strong people, whether it's you personally that suffer from cancer or someone you know and love. I really do appreciate it so much. The love of my…
Treating NSCLC-along with long term health coverage.
Am I correct in thinking treasting this lung cancer is a life long treatment. I am hoping and feel like I can live past the five year mark. What about long term health care coverage to continue with treatment of a diagonosis such as this?
Skull mets
I was wondering if anyone had any info in skull mets? I'm mostly just curious as to what the side effects of having mets to the skull are? I couldnt find much info when I googled it. Thank you!
Just Jumping In To Get My Feet Wet
Hello, I am Wolfen and originally from the Colon Board. I joined in 2009 to support my daughter, Johnnybegood, also a member. What a journey she has been on. Lots of surgeries, colon and liver, rads, and too much chemo to count. She recently underwent a Spleenectomy in the hopes to raise her platelets so she could resume…
A few questions
Hello, My mom was just diagnosed with lung cancer and bone mets yesterday. Although I've known for about a month or so that this was probably going to be the case, its real now and I'm taking it pretty hard. I dont really have anyone I feel really comfortable talking to about it .My Mom is in her 40's so this is quite a…
Stage 3B
I'm 46 and just got diagnosed with stage 3B non small cell lung cancer. Just got a brain MRI and am waiting on the results. I am looking for any advice on maintaining energy level and what to expect with the 6 weeks of chemo and radiation. Mass is 3cm by 3cm In upper left lung. If treatment shrinks it they may want to…
stage 3 lung cancer
I have stage 3 lung cancer going next week to have part of my left lung taken out Iwould like to talk to some one that has been thought this I live in R.I and would like to finde a group to go to can you help

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