Shock diagnosis

I was initially diagnosed 3 weeks ago and now waiting for the results of PET CT scan, brain scan and needle biopsy. Hopefully this week when a treatment plan will be discussed. There are many more options for treatment now so try to stay positive.

Firstly sleep. I’ve found sleep meditation on Utube that’s really helped me to sleep better. Anxiety can be crippling so try to give yourself positive messages and distract yourself with any activities that take up your brain space. I started by just watching box sets from beginning to end. It helped me to relax. Since then I’ve carried on with my life as normally as possible. I’ve set up a messenger group for my children so I only need to tell them the news once. Try talking to one of the support nurses on here or The Roy Castle Lung Cancer site. Personally, I’ve found the RC site more supportive. Stay away from Dr. Google as the information is not always up to date and can be misleading. I only ask about what I know currently as what if’s are not really helpful. Try to have a Rainbow diet and continue to exercise as it’s all good for your body.

I hope your treatment goes well. With love xxx

I was in exactly the same position as you just before Christmas I was diagnosed with lung cancer which had spread to lymph nodes. Please take hart it can be treated and in some cases cured. I am currently having chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatment which is going well. Just like you I’m 57 don’t smoke or drink but cancer isn’t choosey. Try and stay positive do things that make you happy and make a good memory every day. I know it hard to get you head around at this stage but when you have a treatment plan in place things will get better. In the mean time if you need to vent or talk please feel free to do so on here we are all here to support each other or you can message me I’ve sent you a friend request on here all you need to do is accept if you wish. In the mean time try and have. A good day 

Donna

Thank you so much for taking the time to reply. It really means so much. I know it's a journey and there will be some bumps along the way..but it's nice to have some travelling companions!

Hoping you will get some good news this week

Sending love and positive vibes xx

Thank you, this has meant so much to me and I am so glad to hear your treatment is going well. The unknowns are so very scary and it's hard not to let your mind run away with itself. Trying to take a day at  a time and pat myself on the back for the little wins! Will be in touch..much love

Thank you so much. It’s so appreciated. Xxx