Had 2 rounds of chemo so far since diagnosis in november of small cell lung cancer. One tumour on top left lung which is pressing on an artery, so I need constant oxygen . Another pressing on my vocal cords so my voice has gone. With chemo 5he tumers were getting smaller by 2 centimeters. No radiotherapy beacause of oxygene. Any way doc called on monday that all treatment on hold and he will see me June or july!! I am very worried 5hat my tumers will grow again and back to sq 1, I am a 63. Saying that though I would rather wait than .be going to hospital I suppose. But worried I am......
I am sorry that your treatment has been put on hold, and understand why you would feel how you describe, but I am sure your medical team would have looked at your progress / future progress and would not hold up your treatment if there was going to be any consequences for your health or your well-being
Can a member of your family, advocating on your behave, contact your lung nurse and explain your anxiety? Maybe securing an earlier appointment!
My own journey has made me very vocal regarding any treatment discussions/ plans
Your right about going to hospitals, I had a CT scan today and I have never been so nervous and anxious just going to the hospital, who would believe it?
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