Hello just joined. Had breast cancer which was successfully treated, now it’s come back in lung. Had lung surgery 4 weeks ago to remove half the lung, containing the cancer plus lymph nodes and an additional non cancerous lesion.. Now waiting for appointment with oncology.
Just wondered how long do they normally wait before treatment starts, as feeling very weak at the moment and have breathing difficulties which should improve over next 3 months.
Thank you so much for your help.
Hi and welcome to the Online Community, although I am sorry to see you finding us and so sorry to hear about your on going problems.
A cancer diagnosis can bring a lot of stress, confusion and many questions but talking with people who are on the same journey can help a lot so can I first highlight our very supportive Lung Cancer and Lung, secondary cancer
Posting in this group will open up your concerns to a wider group of people who know exactly what you are going through at the moment.
Follow the link I've created, join the group then introduce yourself to the group and post questions after selecting 'start a discussion' and you can also join in with existing conversations by clicking on 'reply'.
Can I also highly recommend our various Macmillan Support Line Services - you can call them free on 0808 808 00 00 This service covers Emotional Support, Practical Information. Clinical Information, Financial Support and Work Guidance mostly open 8.00 to 8.00 but check the link and you may also find our Ask an Expert section helpful.
Our Online Information and Support Section is a good place to find information covering cancer diagnosis, treatments and pages covering most types of cancers.
Talking to people face to face can help a lot so check to see if you have any Local Macmillan Support in your area or a Maggie’s Centre as these folks are amazing.
You may want to put some information in your profile as this can help a lot. Click here to see how to add details as this helps everyone to see a little about you and how best to reply to you.
All the very best.
