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Lung Cancer

Stage IV Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
My mother in law was diagnosed this past April with Stage IV non-small cell lung cancer (adenocarcinoma). It had spread to her brain, liver, adrenal glands and bones. She underwent 3 weeks of radiation as well as 3 months of chemo (Toxal). She just had a cat scan and found out that these treatments have not worked. She is…
new to group
I was diagnosed with NSCLC Oct 30 with lymph nodes in my upper chest affected and also the adrenel glad. I am stage III A & b type. I have been in excellent health and an avid daily walker and health club member for 10 years. I have a tumor the side of a cherry which does not even show up on a chest Xray - but did on CAT…
Stage IV w/no options
I'm hopeful that someone can give me some hope. My mom was diagnosed with Stage IV cancer of the right lung yesterday, approximately 1 year after she had 20% of her left lung removed. She was told that she has 9 months to live. Obviously, she (and our whole family) are devastated. Due to her age (67) and previous lung…
need support prayers
Both my parents have gotten lung cancer. My father died 17 years ago-after his surgery it spread to brain, liver and bones. My mom was diagnosed with lung cancer in February. She under-went surgery on May 13th she is still in the hospital because of a prolonged air leak, this is so scary-alls I want is for her to get…
What to do?
My mother was diagosed with non-small cell lung cancer in May of '02. They removed a wedge from her lung where the cancer was. In surgury they found the cancer had spread to the outside of the lung, stage IIIA. It was so small it didn't show up on any tests. No chemo or treatment could be started until she healed from the…
desperate for answers
my mom has NSC carcinoma of the media steinum which started in her lung. We found out today 5/7/03 that she can't have radiation due to the fact that her tumor is behind her heart and to radiate her heart would cause more damage. She also woke up with her left arm from the elbow down numb and she cant move her fingers. she…
lung cancer depression
hello everyone...im writing for my husband who was diagnosed with lc stage IIIB a couple of months ago. since then he has been through radiation, chemo, 5 bronchoscopies, 3 intubations, feeding tube placement, pneumonia, esophagus trouble, low red blood cell count and on and on. we want to ask for help and support mostly…
test after test
I was diagnosis with small cell lung cancer on 10/09/02. I had gone through pneumonia in left lower lung for several weeks to fine the whole left lund collapsed. I have gone through chemo cisplatium and etopside (Iam not sure of spelling) radiation to left lung for 30 cycle. In February I wasn't able to breath, it was…
Finding best oncologist in Seattle?
Hi. My mom was just diagnosed w/NSCLC stage III and lives 20 minutes east of Seattle. She has been referred to an oncologist nearby, but I want to get recommendations on any other oncologists that are highly recommended and encourage her to get a second and possibly third opinion. Anyone out there from the Seattle area who…
Help
My friend is 21 and found out he has lung cancer. He has run out of money for treatment. Is there any place he can recieve free treatment?
Researching on treatment options for Bronchoaveolar carcinoma
Hello every one, my name is Ji and I'm currently doing a research project on BAC for my Trends in Cancer class at State University of New York at Stony Brook. I know that although I'm not personally affected with cancer, and it may seem a waste of time for all the warriors, survivors, and caregivers to spend their valuable…
Lung Cancer/Skin Cancer
My mother has been battling lung cancer for more than 2 years. In 12/02, she was diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma in her right ear. She could not have surgery to remove the tumor because of her reduced lung capacity...she has emphasema. So, she was given about 20 radiation treatments in Jan/Feb. In March the pain was…
Please Help!
I am posting this in a few of the bigger Discussion Groups. My Step Father has cancer in his throat. He's showing signs of improvement and for this Christmas, I was hoping to give him a Christmas card with stories from cancer survivors. If you are a survivor and would like to share your story, please e-mail me at…
Help Explain Please
Hey.... I just found out yesturday that my grandpa has lung cancer and im 14 yrs old. I don't undertand that well and it would be nice if someone could clear up this for me. I know it wasn't caused by smoking, and I just would like it if someone could help me understand. Most websites are too complicated and it's hard to…
carcinoid tumor
As a mother the last thing you want to hear is that your child (and only child) has a tumor. My daughter Kate was diagnoised with reflux and the doctor told us that is was more than likely a piece of corn in the lobe of her lung but he wanted to be sure. He scheduled an outpatient procedure to go down and look with a…
stage IV adencarcenoma
Hi, my name is Pam and I've been dx with the above. My case is a little unusual in that my cancer was found in my brain mets first. tumors in lung showed up 5 months later. I did rad on brain, just finished rad on lungs and am in chemo. Only 38 years old and fighting hard. Lost my husband to Leiomyosarcoma 2 years ago and…
how to gain weight
Does anyone have any tips for getting my dad to gain weight. He has lung cancer and is skin and bones from all of this. I need some sort of idea to get him to eat. He looks bad but is still kicking. Thanks for your time!
Non-Smoker Lung Cancer
I am a Board member for the American Association of Radon Scientists & Technologists (AARST). We are initiating an informal study of lung cancer survivors who have never smoked. Your information could prove invaluable for preventing lung cancer in others. For participating, AARST will provide a free radon test kit to you…
Tobacco Litigation
I've had my left upper lung lobe removed and am now going through chemo. Although the chemo is not as bad as I expected, what this is putting my family through is almost more than I can bear. My mother is ill and I'm unable to help her because of what I'm undergoing. Anyway, I'm angry and want to sue big Tobacco. Finding…
survivor
Hi, I'm new to this site. I had a lobectomy done 8 1/2 yrs ago also a tumor removed from behind my heart. The Dr said if he knew I had the tumor he would not have did the surgery (they thought it was a large artery). He said these types of tumors always come back. They gave me 10% chance of living 2 yrs. Well, I'm still…
will steroids help shortness of breath
My dad is real short of breath. He can't hardly walk a few steps without huffing and puffing. Will steroids help him breath better? I've heard that chemo causes some scar tissue to form and that may cause shortness of breath. Thanks for your time and may God bless each and everyone of you.
Ukrain and Toxol
Has anyone used the combo cocktail Ukrain with their Toxol treatment? If not have you taken Toxol and if so, with what? Please let me know. Best, Maura Richardson 404-509-1565
Bye to my dad
My dear dad passed away yesterday from lung cancer. I had been planning on going to visit him next week from CA to Tennesee for his 76th birthday. My dad came to visit me here for Christmas. We had a lovely Christmas and the next day he felt ill and was hospitalized. It turned into severe pneumonia... It took almost two…
vacine for non-small cell lung cancer
I was reading my news and see that they are having clinical trials or studies using the tumors as a defense to stop the cancer. They have had some success. Anyone else see this? They are doing this in Califoria and at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle Washington.
scared
I went in for routine xray,they said it was abnormil,got a ctscan and they said it was a mass about one centimeter.I live in Michigan,I started looking on the net for best cancer centers.came up with lee moffit in florida and my wifes insurance covers that place.I'm52 years old with the best 5 year old grandson in the…
My Fav. Uncle fights NSLC
First, I am just so thankful for a place like this. Although we all know people in our own towns and can speak with them- this forum allows us to hear so many positive stories. I am looking for positive stories today. My Uncle is in Ohio and is treated for his stage IV cancer at a vet hospital. Currently he is home and…
My mom has lung cancer and its hard to deal with!!!
My mom was diegnosed with lung cancer in April and is going through her last section of chemo. She is doing well but the cancer is close to her heart so it is scary. I am 13 and have a 6 yr old sister and a great supportive dad. She is a great mom and will not give up. She always thanks god for everyday she is here and she…
SOMEONE WITH MESOTHELIOMA
I WAS TOLD IN MARCH OF THIS YEAR THAT I HAVE MESOTHELIOMA. APRIL 23, THEY REMOVED MY RIGHT LUNG, RIGHT CHEST WALL LINING, RIGHT SECTION OF DIAPHRAM, RIGH SECTION OF PARACARDIUM, THREE RIBS AND A SPOT ON THE TUBE GOING TO THE LIVER. THE MARGIN OF THE PARACARDIUM WAS POSITIVE, SO THE CANCER IS IN THE LEFT SECTION OF THE…
septic lesions
Can anyone help me with information on septic lesions on the liver?
Lung cancer is back
This is my first time here and I am not sure how to do this. I don't know how to get in the chat room. I really would like to talk to someone. I am scared and feel all alone.

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