My mom was diagnosed with limited small cell lung cancer three weeks ago. She is 48 and has smoked for 30+ years. The primary tumor is in the upper lobe of her right lung, and is inopperable. Fortunately it has only spread to a lymph node in her neck. In the three weeks since she was diagnosed, she has already begun a very trying round of chemo...six hours a day, three days in a row, every 21 days, 6-8 rounds. I believe one of the treatments is Cysplatin.
My mom lives in Pennsylvania, while I am in New Orleans. I drove the 21 hours to be with her for her first treatment, and found it to be the most difficult thing I have ever had to endure. I am terrified and just need some reassurance. She is incredibly strong and is very blessed to have an amazing circle of friends for support, but I still fear the worst.
I am hoping that some of you can help me through this. I need to know what to expect with treatments, and how I can make the situation easier for my family. And if nothing else, someone just to listen.
Thanks.
Kate
kcovey118@netzero.com
