Recently Diagnosed

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Hi everyone

I was formerly a member of the Oesophageal Cancer forum here in support of my dear late Mum and found it so helpful.

Little did I know that I’d be needing some support of my own here at a later date.

So I’m now new to this group and have recently been diagnosed with Lung Cancer. I also have a shadow on my spine and I’m waiting for more tests to determine if that is also cancer.

I don’t yet know which type of lung cancer it is. I only know I have a 4.5cm tumour on my right lung and two smaller ones on my left lung. I’ve had a chest X-ray followed by a CT scan which picked up the tumours and I’m now waiting for appointments to come through with the respiratory team to find out more details. My GP has fast tracked the request so I’m hoping it won’t be too long but I’m on pins at the moment waiting. 
When I was first told I was devastated as is my husband, having had a few days to process, tell the kids and our family and friends I’m feeling stronger and so loved and supported. I’m in limbo now with the not knowing what’s next and I find that scary.

thank you in advance for any wise words and support you might give

Jools Blush

  • A little over two month ago I had an 8mm taken out of my right lower lung. This is following 80mm bowel removed last April.  I'm feeling fine now back to normal going about my life as usual. Stay positive Jools you have lot's of friends on here 

  • Hello , I'm new to this too . I've been told I have lung cancer and COPD and something is on my liver . I've had my ct scan , pet scan and lung function test . Today I've had an MRI on my liver. I'm scared not knowing what the future holds. I've been reading alot on here very positive and supportive,  knowing other people are feeling the same .

  • Hi

    thank you for your reply, after my post earlier I suddenly had a really negative day and had a bit of a meltdown. I’m sure I’ll feel better once a plans in place it’s just so scary heading in to the unknown. Is lovely to hear your positive story I’m so happy that you’ve had a little normality. I know I’ll get lots of support here, you take care and stay well, Jools 

  • Hi

    thank you so much for replying, I already feel as though I’m not so alone in this and I truly appreciate that. I’m so scared too, not having a plan yet is so unnerving. Once I have that I’m sure I’ll feel better about things. You take care and stay well xx

  • Hi I was diagnosed on Christmas eve waiting to see oncology  which is 21 January  the waiting  is awful  not sleeping well at all