Ebus biopisy and MRI scan of brain ????

Hi Chelseagirl 

These tests will probably be routine. They have introduced brain scans at the diagnosis stage for lung cancer because early diagnosis is the key. It doesn’t mean they suspect to find anything, it is just a precaution. 
A biopsy will be necessary to determine if it is cancer and what type of cancer it is so that the best treatment can be given. Not all lung cancers are treated in the same way so it is important to find this out so a treatment plan can be out in place. 

I know how scary all of this will be for you. All of us in this group have been through this and know how you feel. We are here to answer any of your questions and share our own experiences with you. You can also call the MacMillan support line on 0808 808 00 00.

Good luck with the tests, please let us know how you get on. 

Thank you , I just feel so alone at the moment xx

u r never alone on this forum we are a club as tight as it comes in support remember everyone is so anxious at the early stages u will see the amazing treatments available now my husband had a brain scan last week for his "uninvited guest I call it "in the oesophagus and it was completely clear they are just hoping to clear everything up in very early stages keep ur chin up my darling  hugs and kisses to you xxx

Having cancer is a lonely place to be. You can be surrounded by friends or family and still feel very much alone. You are in the worst place at the moment, the diagnosis stage is very long, and very often you feel in limbo not knowing what is going on. There always seems to be a lot of waiting at this stage. Waiting for tests, waiting for appointments, waiting for results. It’s awful, I remember it so well, I was absolutely terrified, scared to be told I had cancer, scared I was going to die. But here I am 11 years later, still having treatment but still here!! But that lonely feeling still remains at times. My family are amazing, and I am so incredibly lucky to have such an amazing partner, I know not everyone has that same level of support. But you are not alone, we are here and the MacMillan support line are wonderful so please do call them for support as well. They offer a buddy service where they can match you up to a volunteer who will call you once a week for 6 weeks to help you through these early days. I cannot emphasise enough how incredible this service is, so please do reach out to them and ask about the buddy service. 

Hi I’m so sorry about your news. Definitely important to have all and any tests they offer to get the best picture of exactly what is going on. I will keep my fingers and everything crossed that you don’t have to wait too long to get answers and can get on with treatment. This is the worse bit for sure waiting for any and all tests and appointments but you will get through this. There’s always someone here to listen and support you. 
Thinking of you and sending you lots of PMA to help you get through. 

Now have urgent appointments for both , the Ebus tomorrow and brain scan Thursday . Will be good to get them over but why the rush ????

SCARED ........

It might just be because they want to get all your results in quickly, they can’t give you a diagnoses until all of the results are back, so the quicker the better. 

Thank you x trying to relax 

Hi  chellesiom inundate out I had lung cancer Christmas Eve if 5,5 not gone into lymph node had all scans and test then sent me to another hospital for radiotherapy the doctor then sent me for a brain scan now it’s in m brain only small so now we are waiting to see if Sheffield hospital will do the one day intensive radiotherapy in to weeks going for imunathapy every 4 weeks she gave me steroids to stop swelling if the first hospital had done the brain scan could have been further on with treatment I was 2 days away from starting my radiotherapy as the doctor said to do radiotherapy would have caused more problems with my brain cancer before I had my cancer I never thought it would be so much waiting and things to go through if I could have had chemo it would have started but can’t have any because of other problems some days don’t even think about it but yesterday and today carnt get it out of my head sorry its long but I do fell better for telling someone keep well

 Sally4me 

I am so sorry to hear this news. You are right there always seems to be appointments for one thing or another other, and then a long wait when nothing feels like it is happening. 
Try and stay positive that it is only small on your brain. I know this must feel terrifying for you, but I’m glad you felt able to come here and talk. Do you have any family or friends that are supporting you ? X