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Hello, I just joined the lung cancer group. My wife (60 years old) was diagnosed with lung cancer in May this year. She was prescribed four cycles of Paclitaxel and Carboplatin chemo and then up to 2 years of Pembrolizumab. Unfortunately she had an anaphylactic...
Hi all, I joined up here recently as needed support as my mum was diagnosed 2 years ago. I cared for her and looked after her, and sadly I lost her last week. I am glad she is no longer in pain or suffering, however my heart is breaking for this terrible...
He has stage four KRAS 12 c adenocarinoma and had his first treatment in September of chemotherapy and immunotherapy. This caused him to have Myocarditis and hepatitis and is currently on high levels of steroids so currently can’t have any further treatment...
Hello,sorry to bother you all.First of all I wishing everyone is long and happy life.Just to cut the story short,my husband in September had his infection did his xray found sum lumps on right lungs4.8 cm.Than he was sent to CT,Contrast Ct,and Pet scan...
Hiya my husband has been diagnosed with lung cancer 22 oct. Hes only 47. Its spread to his glands. Lining of lung and the bones in his spine thanks to the gp. His pain has been ongoing for 18 months with no tests and no pain relief that works. Im loosing...
Hi all, My husband is really struggling with night sweats, full body soaking. We've tried keeping him warm, keeping him cool, cotton clothes, bedding. Tried layers. He is having to sleep on towels and we are getting through all the towels in the house...
Hello, A family member has upcoming lung cancer surgery, and I was wondering what people have found aided their recovery? I'm going through Breast Cancer treatment myself, and found the little heart shaped pillow and drain bag so valuable after my...
Sorry just posted message, also wanted to know how to stop nightmares and crying. Am putting everything in order should the inevitable happen, just find it so daunting.
Can anyone help me, I have been diagnosed with lung cancer, had 2 lots of chemo, next on 26th Nov. Hair is coming out and now very thin, is there anything I can use/take to stop anymore falling out?
Hello all, i had a routine lung cancer screening, which showed up 3 abnormalities in different lungs. At initial respiratory consultation he said i needed pet/ct scan and biopsies before they can formally diagnose me, but didnt deny the likelihood...
