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Lung Cancer

Top of right lung removed
5 weeks ago I had the top part of my lung removed, they took the limp node along side of the tumor and said that came up clean. How long after surgery are you out of the pain, I have never had surgery in my life so this was a real shock to me. I will be seeing an oncologist on 4/16 and am pretty scared what they will find,…
LUNG CANCER SPREAD TO THE LYMPH NODES
HI I NEED TO FIND OUT IF THERE IS HOPE ONCE LUNG CANCER HAS SPREAD TO THE LYMPH NODES AND IF ANYONE KNOWS THE FOLLOW UP TREATMENTS. MY HUSBAND HAD 2/3 OF HIS RIGHT LUNG REMOVED 2 WEEKS AGO AND WE HAVE TO WAIT FOR HIM TO RECOVER FROM THE SURGERY BEFORE WE SEE THE ONCOLOGIST AGAIN. WE ARE VERY NERVOUS ABOUT GETTING RADIATION…
new to site
My husband is 53 and has NSCLC 8cc found in Oct. Hes done chemo that did not work at all and full radiation which has broke up some of tumor. Next they will try a new chemo treatment and he so dreads it. It makes him not eat hes so tired and is in bed all day. So depressed and I don't know what to do to help him at these…
Relay for Life
I just returned from a 24 Hour Relay for Life. It was my second time. Last year I was just 3 months post-op from my lobectomy, and quite anxious about my future. I had the tremendous honor of speaking to the group about living with cancer. People were surprised to hear of my three cancer diagnoses. I was glad for the…
CURE Magazine Summer Issue
Just received my (free) second issue of CURE magazine and there are several excellent and hopeful articles on lung cancer. If you don't get this publication, it can be seen at www.curetoday.com, where you can also request a free copy.
Lance Armstrong Book
Hi all, I just finished reading the book, "It's Not About the Bike: My Journey Back to Life" by Lance Armstrong. For those who may not know, Lance Armstrong is a champion bicyclist and cancer survivor - testicular cancer with mets to the lungs (20 tumors) and brain. The book recounts the struggle we all know too well and…
Hi! New to this group and have a question ...
Hi all! I am a 4 year breast cancer survivor. I had a bone scan last year which showed a small mass in my ribs of unknown origin. I repeated the scan a couple weeks ago, and the spot is still there...a little larger, with a considerable increase in uptake. My oncologist has referred me to a chest surgeon for a bone…
Lung Resection
I had lung resection surgery last December. It's now 6 mos. later and I'm still have a lot of pain - I'm saying bunches. I would like some feedback from others who've had this surgery. I have read some messages and it appears most have not experienced serious pain problems.
PET scan results for Carolyn
Hi everyone, Terrific news! I heard yesterday from my onc. that the PET scan was negative, meaning the nodule in my right lung is not malignant. That's the best news thats been given to me after any tests. Have had bad results begining with BC in Jan.02 (lumpectomy) and then lung cancer in April 02(left upper lobe…
Positive thoughts and prayers needed..PET scan 7/2
Breast cancer(lumpectomy) on 1/14/02 and NSCLC (upper left lobe removed) on 4/8/02. My recent CAT scan shows another 2cm nodule in my right lung. The PET scan is scheduled on 7/2. I would appreciate some positive energy and prayers sent my way. Thanks for all the support. Hugs from Carolyn
Tirapazamine, Paclitaxel & Carboplatin
This ride is a quick education...a short time ago, I didn't know any of these words and now I am on an intimate basis with them. One week ago, I had my first chemo treatment, which is part of a clinical trial for Tirapazamine. I tolerated the treatment well, but was naive about what fatigue means. However, I woke with…
Hope Faith and treatment
I just want all of you know, this thing can be beaten. I once thought it was the end of the world, but I found out it was just the begining...I am a 10 YEAR Survivor of double lung cancer,and Im here to tell everyone.Dont give up. Keep fighting and move ahead.Dont look back. Stay healthy and active, Every day is new and…
Need information--CT scan results today.
Had my left upper lobe removed on 4/8/02. Cancer was stage 1, had no radiation or chemo. CT scan last week was to check another nodule in right lung that was too small to diagnose and to keep an eye on it. That nodule is still there and looks the same, but another nodule was found, it's 2 cm. Anyone heard the term pleural…
any nonsmall cell survivors
Today I was told that my chemo was not working,my ctscan was worse instead of better and they are going to use an experimental treatment.Any survivors from nonsmall cell lung cancer on line?need your advice on what medicine or combinations of medicines were used for your treatments.I'll appreciate anything to help me in…
Dr. Lorraine Day?
Hi folks (I'm new to the group). Wondering if anybody here has ever heard of anyone beating cancer using Dr. Lorraine Day's methods. Want to know if she's for real (or not). Thanks.
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A Date to Chat
I plan to be in the Chat Room 6/15 & 6/16 at 8:00pm Central Time. I have yet to see anyone in the ChatRoom so hoped an invitation would encourage someone to join. I know it's a busy weekend, celebrating Fathers, etc... but I'll be there if you want to visit. --Julieann
note to julieann
Julieann you said you had Taxol and carbo?Well thats what I had on my chemo today,but they told me it was an experimental drug,well it worked for you so hopefully it'll work for me.What stage was your cancer when you recieved Taxol and carbo?Did you have to ask for the radiation or did they had as part of your…
Question re breast cancer after lung cancer surgery.
What is the probability of NSCLC (stage 2-B, resected 12-4-01 with one positive lymph node but not in mid chest) mestasticising to the breast on the same side? My recent mammogram indicated followup needed; possible small nodule. Going for the "big squeeze" tomorrow Any experience with this kind of mestastisis? Please…
bilateral lung cancer
I have known a lot of other lung cancer survivors, but have no experience with your problem. If you can get to major research/treatment facility such as MD Anderson or Sloan Kettering you might get the help you need
New Drug for Non Small Cell Lung Cancer
My mother (age 75 and 55-year smoker) was just diagnosed with Non Small Call Lung Cancer - Stage 3B, it has spread to lymph nodes. Our Oncologist is recommending a clinical trial using a drug called Vinorelbine (Navelbine). Has anyone had any experience using this? Thank you.
MDR cancer? youneed Graviola
used by the Peruvian shamans. Kills multidrug resistant tumors. nontoxic. God Bless
Need some advice
I can't sleep maybee its my chemo,anyone haveany advice on how to get some sleep?I'm so tired and yet I can't seem to be able to sleep is this normal during chemo?
Mayo Clinic Study
My treatment is Taxil and Topekotan. They tell me the oxygen level to my brain is low beacause of my bloods. I am getting Procrit every week. I do make some stupid silly mistakes.
Mayo Clinic Study
In January 2002 they found my small cell lung cancer had moved into my liver. I was started on the Mayo Study of using Topeketen and Paxil together. After five chemo treatments the tumor has shrunk 70%. My Doctors are very pleased cause they only hoped to stop its growth. I was told it can be used as long as I respond to…
Where is everybody?
I'm still watching for a reply to my last message asking if anyone has experienced mestatis from lung cancer to breast cancer; or any helpful information int his regard. Thanks. I hope you guys are still out there and want to keep this site alive as I do.
I need help
Hello, My name is Karen. After her surgery to remove growing cysts on her lung my mom was told she had a rare form of cancer and 2/3rds of her lungs an part of her lymph nodes were removed. They tell us they got it in time and they removed it all. The doctors say it didn't spread, thank God. But her doctor is the type who…
Lung Cancer
Hi all - I am new to the group. male age 61 - non-smoker for almost 20 years but was diagnosed in Jan, 2001 with a tumor in right lung the size of a grapefruit. At the time it was discreet and isolated to right side only. No other cancer in family history. Elected simultaneous Taxol weekly chemo and daily radiation for six…
Diagnosed with Lung Cancer this Feb.
I am a 66 yr old male, also have very bad emphysema in both lungs, Cancer was detected in my left lung in Feb. by x-rays and CT, We dont know if its small cell or non, they want to perform a Biopsy to find out, my question is this: having lived a pretty full life aready, is all these tests and treatments worth the…
My Dad and Lung Cancer
I would like to talk with someone who has similar Lung Cancer. My dad was diagnosed with Squamous Cell Carcinoma of right lung in Dec. 2000. He had a lobectomy and now is starting radiation and Chemo once a wk. I am trying to learn alot about this and would like any feed back I could get. Thank You.

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