Last time I had lung cancer (9 years ago) I was told by the specialist that they couldn't do a biopsy as I had emphysema and basically the lung would collapse the moment the needle hit it.
This time round suddenly he says he wants to do a biopsy as apparently my breathing is too bad to support surgery or life after surgery. Needless to say I am rather worried at this change of heart - he tells me this is the only way he can determine the type of cancer in the lung without surgery so a decision can be made as to treatment for it.
Is there anyone else here with emphysema who went through a biopsy - if so, I'd love to hear your comments and advice!
