Just been diagnosed with slow growing lung cancer

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Hi all,  I am 81 years young and have just seen the consultant following xrays and a scan showing a "growth" in one of my Lungs.  She explained it all to me, talking about possible options, but wants to speak to someone today who is an expert on reading the scan.  She is also attending a meeting today to discuss me and possibly work out a plan.  If radiotherapy is offered to me, can anyone please let me know what it is like and possible side Effects?   I have been diagnosed with COPD, but the doc did say the current situation is nothing to do with that and is unable to help with my shortness of breath, I just need to live with it.  

  • Hi  and welcome to the Online Community but so sorry to hear about your diagnosis, this must have come as a shock but I do hope you will find lots of comfort and support from people who understand here on the Online Community. 

    The Community has many dedicated support groups so can I recommend you start by joining our Lung Cancer group. This is a safe place to talk to other people who might have a similar diagnosis or treatment experience.

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