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Lung Cancer

CEA Blood Test for Lung Cancer
Hi My mom was diagnosed with lung cancer in August 1999. Since then she has gone trough chemo, radiation and now chemo again. During these chemo treatments the doctor does a blood test to see what her CEA level is. Has anyone else had this test before or does anyone know a little about the test and if its accurate? If you…
new treatment
does anyone know of proton therapy for lung cancer Thanks
Are we making the correct choice??
My dad just finish this 2nd line treatment, had a scan that show progression on his main tumor. Was told to see the radiation doc to radiate the tumor but today the radi doc say don need to radiation because my dad is not pain yet n no sign of discomfort plus a person can only radiate one time in the lung. Why wants to…
What do I do now?
Hi. I'm a 53 yr old female, smoked since the age of 19. I had a CT last saturday for an abdominal aortic aneurysm (it's only 3.3 cm, so nothing to worry about). They found a mass in my right lung. Here is what it says. Prominent right hilar soft tissue measuring 2.5 cm. Prominent mediastinal lymph nodes. So what do I do…
abraxane
abraxnane have anyone heard of this treatment it is new for lung cancer
Any thoughts? Back on chemo, this time Navelbine?
September 11 my husband had a PET that showed little to no change. The one prior to this one showed little to no change too. The Gemzar has been making him very sick so the oncologist said he would give him a break until October 10 then he would start chemo again either with Gemzar or something else. He has been feeling…
help, need opinions or answers, the following is a reading from a ct scan I just had and kind of don
Can anyone tell me how bad, if it is, this is? Tired of waiting to hear. Here is what I am wondering about. FINDINGS: Scattered emphysematous changes. The aorta is not dilated. Central pulmonary arteries are unremarkable. No evidence of central pulmonary emboli pericardial effusion or cardiomegaly. Limited views of the…
Overwhelmed caregiver
My domestic partner of 18+ yrs was diagnosed 15 mos ago with stage 2 lung cancer which progressed to stage 4. He now has a permanent trach that allows him to breathe and a feeding tube in his stomach for nourishment. These were both necessary since the cancer had moved into the lymph nodes in his neck and paralyzed his…
long term survivors out there
long term survivors out there with stage 4 lung cancer.. so far snice i found out july 18 2012 i have been very good.. i have all the hope in the world. but to hear some stories will be even better.. thanks Gina
latest Ct-scan findings
Just had a scan on the 26th, the good news is I'm still NED. I had blood work also, not so good news. elevated Alkaline Phosphatase, potassium,and glucose. My ct-scan also showed that my liver is mildly fatty. My Onc. recommend I see My PCP for the possible causes. Needless to say I did some research and read could…
Mom has stage iv lung cancer and won't talk about the 'what ifs'. This is really bothering me. What
My mom was diagnosed with stage iv lung cancer about 8 months ago (liver, bone and brain mets). She has done chemo and radiotherapy but the past two months have been really tough for her. She feels a lot of pain, extreme fatigue and lost a lot of weight. Doctors told me that we don't know 'when' it will be the end but they…
3 cm nodule
my dr did a ct scan to check for bloodclots and said they found the 3cm nodule. he said to wait 6 mo for another ct scan, should i get a second opinion?
post pneumonectomy
my mum just underwent pneumonectomy of the left lung on the 21st of sept. she was discharged from the hospital on the 25th. she has been doing her breathing exercises on the spirometer and walks, very slowly ( drags her feet) the length of the room... a few times (around 20- up and down) during the day. My only concern is…
Mutations
We are new to this and gathering info. My wife is the one with stage 4 lung cancer and I have cll. OK the question is: If the cell becomes mutated this results in cancer and so if you treat the mutation you treat the cancer. My wife has no mutations so how is it she has cancer?
CT contrast
Has any one here while having their regular Ct-scan had to have both the contrast as well? I have had 3 years worth of scans, and today for the very first time I was given both oral and intravenous contrasts, have any of you uncounted that also throughout your scan history? It sure surprised me and caused some concerns, if…
Phenumonia - Lung Mets Symptoms Question
Hey all... I have never posted here before, but hope you all don't mind if I seek some advice / symptoms of those who have had mets to lungs (gosh, I feel guilty for some reason bothering this board) ... My wife and two of the kids several weeks ago developed a cough and had runny noses, the usual "kids just started school…
Just curious.
Has anyone else had difficulty accessing Soccerfreaks CSN Space? I went to read any updated stories he may have shared but I can't access it. Anyone know what is up with that? Cathy
Mutations
We are new to this and gathering info. My wife is the one with stage 4 lung cancer and I have cll. OK the question is: If the cell becomes mutated this results in cancer and so if you treat the mutation you treat the cancer. My wife has no mutations so how is it she has cancer?
new to site/ lung cancer
I recently had VATS lobectomy of right upper and middle wedge lung. It has been 6 weeks, I am healed but I have this nagging cough that won't go away.. I get out of breath easily and I am wondering about how long it takes before I am back to normal... it's taking a long time... I am having trouble with my asthma as well. I…
stable nodule now growing, crazy cancer history
Hi All I am trying to keep from falling completely apart. I had to have an emergency ct angio scan on Sat evening, due to chest pain. the doc told me that a nodule that was 4mm and stable has now grown. He seemed very concerned and wants me to follow up right away. I am still recovering from ovarian tumors debulking…
Wait and See
Hi all, I wanted to get some opinions on the wait and see approach that my father is now in. He is 70 yrs old with stage IV NSCLC in his left lung with mets to the pleura. He has undergone 6 rounds of chemo with alimta/carboplatin every three weeks. At first the 2 larger tumors shurnk a tiny bit but has since remained…
PCP check ups?
Hope all of you are doing well, I am curious to know how often all of you see your primary Dr. for regular check ups. I lost my original PCP due to insurance changes, and was pretty healthy up until a month ago when I contacted a cold. I have since found a new one which I've only seen once, when I inquired how often should…
Tips/advice 4 chemo please :-)
Hi all, finally have full diagnosis. Mass in lower lobe of left lung cancerous, confirmed by thorasic biopsy. Told nodule in uterus had been confirmed as large agressive carcinoma tumour, review of my file and recent gyny history, plus the fact that they had confirmed lung cancer they (oncology, lung & gyny specialists,…
Newly diagnosed parent
Hi everyone, my father has just been diagnosed with small cell lung cancer in the 3rd stage with presence in the lungs and lymph nodes. The doc gave him a 2 year prognosis. I guess I'm reaching out to the discussion boards for some advice and perhaps to provide me with hope. I have to be strong for my mom and for my dad…
Overwhelmed
A right upper lobe spiculated nodule was found on a ct scan of my neck I had after a car accident. My mother died of lung cancer when I was 19 so I was freaked out. My regular doctor told me protocol is to wait 3 months - 50, smoke,overweight, family history- I thought there is no way I am waiting. Pulmonary doc measured…
Lung Cancer
I was diagnosed with lung cancer...non-small cell adenocarcinoma...in January 2012. It took from Thanksgiving until then for my doctors to come up with the diagnosis. My symptom was blockage of the esophagus. The GI people didn't react very quickly. I have a g-tube which was initialy used for feeding. One of my tumors was…
IV Lung
I have a friend whoever is battling stage 4 lung cancer. She e has been battlis 47 years old. She was recently told that she had a tumor in her upper abdomen. She has been battling this since October. When she was first diagnosed it was two small tumors. With chemo one has since one tumor is shinking the other is now scar…
memory loss after cancer
I will be in remission 5 years in august 29. but i am having trouble remembering simple words.i can remember things a long time ago .please tell me if anybody else is having this problem.i can't have a simple conversation because i forget a simple word that i know i know what it is but i feel stupid.
Dad Passed away now i might be in trouble.. advice?
Hey everyone, sorry it's been so long. Life has been extremely hectic the past year. I came on here last year worried about 2 nodules in my left lung found on ct scan. I was suppose to go back and have them rescanned to make sure they were not growing. Well, not long after I lost my health insurance and had no idea what to…
showing no signs of deteriation
My 88 year old dad who has smoked all his life was diagnosed in March 2012 with inoperable lung cancer. His doctor told him he had 3 to 4 months to live. He did not get any treatment nor his he on any medication for the cancer. This is almost 6 months later and he has had no discomfort or any sign of feeling ill. Has…

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