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A year ago I had a stroke and I was scanned a lot to find out where the blood clot had come from. During those scans a small lump was found in my lung. Then I had a PET scan but it did not light up! I was having scans every six months (2 in total) , The...
A month ago I had an open surgery lobectomy for primary lung cancer. Discharged after 14 days in hospital because of complications. I am struggling at home with my levels of sleep and pain relief. I am finding it hard to remain positive, particularly...
I've been keeping a diary since this all started, mainly as a memory as mine is poor. Such mundane subjects as tummy movement or when I last took my meds. It's turned out to be such a help especially in hospital. It's also been good for tracking this...
Well I got tired of waiting on anyone to explain what was up with me and my cancer. So I went to my GP yesterday he says theres lots of hope that my MRI on my head was clear and the only place the cancer is in my left lung.. and finally an appointment...
Hi Everyone,I’m new here. I had à lobectomy 11 days ago. I find I’m struggling to breath. I was relatively fit before the operation so it’s a big shock to be short of breath. Has anyone else experienced this and does it improve over time?
I cant figure it out why I wake up scared every morning.. I'm terrified. I feel so alone and scared. I hate waking up.. how to I make it stop
Good afternoon all, I feel terrible for writing this, especially when there are so many of you bravely fighting this. I however don't really know where to turn. I have got a GP appointment next week - it has taken 3 weeks just to secure one. My reason...
This waiting is enough to make someone sick. Finally get call about seeing surgeon now that hes back from holiday and they cant see me till the 22 to discuss the keyhole surgery to get a biopsy.. I just feel absolutely useless...
Dont know about anyone else but I've woke up absolutely terrified this morning.. that waiting and not knowing what the full diagnosis is or treatment plan.. I have people.feom work sending forms with questions I cant answer. Sorry just woke up in full...
Hi Apologies in advance if im on the wrong forum for this or it's too blunt. My husband has advanced SCLC. He was diagnosed nearly 2 years ago. He is responding very well to Immunotherapy and is not suffering any symptoms or side effects. Everything...
