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Lung Cancer

Lung Cavity after Lobectomy
I had an upper right lobectomy on February 1, 2018. Had a few complications, 10 days in ICU, and have had oxygen problems since. My doctor feels that once my "empty cavity" fills up, the oxygen will come back. I was using less oxygen, but then when I got back to normal life, commuting to work, shopping etc., my oxygen…
Stage IV Adenocarcinoma of the Lung
Hello all, I do no want to give a whole lot of specifics as I am a medical profesisonal (no Oncology is not my speciality) with a loved one who was recently diagnosed with Stage IV Adenocarcinoma. This particular individual is a male approximately 60 years of age, never a smoker, an avid runner, and eats an extremely…
how worried should i be?
So yesterday I had a ct scan to look for kidney stones, but the news I got was very unexpected. The image caught a glimpse of my lungs. The doctor has informed me that I have 2 nodules in the lower lobe of my right lung, one is 6.5mm the other 6mm. Now I have an appointment with my reg dr on monday, what should I be…
Im new and scared
Hi to all, my name is Stuart Im 50 years old, last February I had a full nephrectomy of my cancerous right kidney, then in my September CT scan 2 nodules were noticed,one on each of my lungs so another scan was arranged for December. Today I was seen by my oncologist with the results and have been told that I have…
After 6 years NED -- My Cancer Novel Has Been Published
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adenocarcinoma - lobectomy - and a comfy chair
Hello, My name is Sara and I was just diagnosed with stage 1 adenocarcinoma of the right upper lobe of my lung. Trying to prepare for recovery after surgery. I have heard that a comfy recliner is a must because it is too hard to breathe lying down. My doctor says the chair wont make any difference. I still think I should…
Oasis of Hope
If you’re considering Oasis of Hope hospital, my advice to you is too go at your own risk. My brother, who was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer, went there with high hopes and good spirits. While there he encountered a language barrier problem and a delayed response for pain medication which was finally administered…
Non-smoker Female Diagnosed with Small Cell Lung Cancer
Hello everyone, I'm new to the board as my mother was recently diagnosed with extensive staged small cell lung cancer. She's meeting the disease head on and we're already going through the standard prescribed treatment, starting with 6 cycles of chemo. At the same time, father and I have been been perplexed by someone with…
Tumor Markers
Hello, I am familiar with tumor markers for GI cancers and have had CA19-9 and CEA blood tests done regularly. Is there a similar tumor marker for Lung cancer? If there is, will you please share some information. Thanks, Ed
Slower heart rate after radiation & carbo/taxol chemo?
I was treated with radiation and carbo/taxol chemo for stage 3 lung cancer in 2016. Surgery to remove my lower left lobe showed that the tumor was dead and I have been cancer free since then. Since completing treatment, I have noticed that my blood pressure is lower and my heart rate is slower than before my diagnosis. I…
Upper left lobectomy
I had a VATS surgery on April 13, 2018 and I seem to get really short of breath just going up one flight of steps or if I sweep my floor. I have never had Asthma before but this is very much like an Asthma attack where my bronchial tubes tighten up. I also have this cough that refuses to go away. Please tell me this gets…
Imfinzi
Has anyone been treated with the immunotherapy Imfinzi? If so, how many treatments have you had?
Nerve damage
I'm new to CSN but do have a question or two. I had a lobectomy on my right lung on Dec. 4th 2017. I'm still experiencing what I've been told is nerve damage caused by the surgery and chest tubes it's from my right abdomen and up my right side. Also I have this empty pit feeling in my stomach that never goes away and I…
Stage 4 Lung Cancer with Mets...and curing it.
When I found out my mother had stage 4 lung cancer with lymph and brain mets I in no way considered it a death sentence. She did not want chemo or radiation so I had to see what there was out there that could help her. I researched MANY supplements and alternative cures and decided on a path based on weeks of study and…
Ground Glass of the Lung Syndrome and Cancer
Hi, I am new to the forum. Last summer I was diagnosed with Ground Glass of the Lung Sydrome. Over this past year there was a series of unsuccessful biopsy attempts, an increase in size of one of the lesions, and, finally, a PET Scan that was positive for cancer. In March I had surgery to remove my left lower lobe and a…
Best no dust cat litter
Hi, I normally hang out on the colorectal cancer board, but my cancer has spread to my lungs, so I wanted to share what I found out about cat litters, because I decided to find the best litter to avoid inhaling the dust that all the popular clay clumping litters can cause. I spent about 3 hours researching on the internet,…
lung nodules could this be cancer
Hello I'm new here and I was just hoping for any insight on my situation or to just see if anyone else had same problem and turned out to be cancer or not. 2 years ago i was hospitalized because i had a high fever of 103.5 shortness of breath and had a ct scan done first night at er found a few nodules through out both…
Carcinoid-related Lobectomy
Hi all, I'm relatively young (31 years old) and was recently diagnosed with a 5 cm carcinoid tumor in my lung. Luckily it hasn't spread nor do I have any symptoms - they found it while doing a CT on my neck for a totally unrelated issue. So on the grand scheme of things - I'm quite lucky. The less fortunate part is that…
Nodules in both lungs
I hope I am in the correct place to post this. Please accept my appology if not. I don't have an official diagnosis as of yet but here is what is going on and could use some feedback. On 4/13/18 I was at ER with a kidney stone and incidental findings on CAT scan were nodules in left lung, the largest being 13mm x 11mm,…
What, exactly does NED mean?
i have non-small cell lung cancer which had metastesized by the time I was diagnosed. That was a little over a year ago. I have been on Keytruda since June 2017. I have read in all the radiology reports and have been told by my doctor that there is no evidence of disease (NED). Does this mean that all the tumors are gone?…
when to say stop
I had kidney removed 2009 8 CM. Nodules now in left right upper and lower 6mm, 6mm, 6mm, 9mm,8mm, 1cm. CTCA doc says she wants to first bronchial biopsy now suggesting CT guided needle biopsy to determine if its cancer and if so is it renal in my lungs Mets or new lung. Have waited for almost a year and nearly all listed…
Lung Nodule
My husband is scheduled for open heart/bypass surgery next week. Now they did a CT Scan and came back with this diagnosis; There is a 13 mm right pretracheal lymph node and a 13 mm calcified left pretracheal lymph node, calcified lymph node. Do not appear to represent clinically significant findings. Small bowel hiatal…
My Mom was just diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer
Can anyone help me ? My Mom has stage 4 lung cancer she is 73 and very fragile. I live almost 2,000 away but will soon be with her and my Dad. This is a nightmare and we're still in shock. My Mom went to the emergency room 3 weeks ago she had pneumonia that's when she was told there were other findings. We are in limbo…
Has anyone out there had a pleurodesis
My Dr. says that I may have to have this procedure done. I understand the principal of how it works but would like to know how it makes you feel afterwards. Does it restrict your breathing in any way? Does it actually work? My breathing is allready restricted from the pleural effusion (fluid build up). Will they be able to…
Taking a multivitamin during chemo
My mom was diagnosied with cancer on her sternum a few months ago. Some treatments of radation took care of that one but another spot came up on her lung. She had her first rond of chemo about 4 weeks ago. I asked them could she take some natural supplements like Tumeric and CQ10 while doing chemo they said she couldnt for…
stage 4 lung cancer with 14 brain tumours
Hi, I am writing this in hopes that some one could share a similar experience or has any advice. My Aunt was just diagnosed (age 72) with stage 4 lung canger, and has 14 small tumours through out her brain. Operating is off the table and I am sure whole brain radiation is off the table as well. She is presenting with…
just finished radiology
Hi , I just finished my 15 radiation trteatment last thursday.Starting my chemo on this tues., little scared but still thinking very postive!!! its stage 4 smlc with mets>>> wish i wouldve come here first instead of looking on google!! everyone seems so positive! I would love to talk to people who are going thru the same.…
What would you do?
Hi everyone, hope all is well with all of you. I could sure use some help so I'm posting in hopes of some input. 8 Yrs. ago I was dx. with nsclc. Prior to my diagnosis I had a very close frienship with a girlfriend whom I thought of as the sister I never had, we were close friends for 14 Yrs. She ended up getting married…
Need urgent help on therapies side effects
hello, i would like your advice, coments or sugestions, regarding the following data about a close friend of mines. She was diagnosed with adenocarinoma stage 4 in her lung , ( she never smoked or was near any person or friend/ family that smoked ; she is alergic to smoke ) and she was given alimta ( Pemetrexed ) for 3…
Intro / Venting / Support (Chemo for Life)
I want to share my daughters story: My daughter is 32 (non-smoker). She was diagnosed with NSCLC in 2012 (stage 3). A couple of months later a golf ball sized tumor was found in her brain. She under went surgery, radiation, and chemo. The cancer went into remission. In 2016, the cancer returned to the right lung and right…

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