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Deanne, Glad to hear the Tarceva is working. Make sure he drinks lots of water. I think the water and exercise help me. If you can’t exercise then soaking in a hot tub will cause you to sweat. I think this helps keep the pores clean. Keep us posted. Stay positive, Ernie

Welcome to the site. I have never had surgery for my cancer, but I am sure some will be around that have. I can pray that your test and treatment will all be positive. Stay positive, Ernie

Carol, That's great. I will be there myself on the 7th. Stay positive, Ernie

Barb, I went to Sloan Kettering for my second opinion and they agreed with my doctors in Naples. They said that since chemo can be the same anywhere in the country that I would be better for me to take my treatment in Naples. I was glad that I did. Here is the treatment they gave me. Below is a list of drugs that I had at each chemo session. I had this once a week for three weeks, then one week off. This made one cycle. I had a total of 4 cycles plus one session, at that time I was in remission. I also took Tarceva 100mg daily and still do. Taxol 30MG Chemo Carboplatin 50MG Chemo Cimetidine 150MG Tagamet for anti nausea Decadron 1MG anti nausea Benadryl 50MG antihistamine drug Aloxi 25MG nausea and vomiting I think the 100mg of Tarceva instead of 150mg may be one of the reasons I had little side effects from the Tarceva. If you have more questions just PM or e-mail me. Stay positive, Ernie

Barb, The reason it is inoperable is because they think that it is stage IV. The reason they say it is stage IV is because of the lymph node involvement in the neck and torso. If these lymph nodes have cancer cells in them then it would be stage IV and most likely inoperable. It can be treated by chemo with success. I would get a second opinion just so that I am sure of their diagnoses. Stay positive, Ernie

Sue, I hope they find something to deal with your moms side effects. Stay positive, Ernie

Barb, They were able to tell the chemo was working for me after a couple of weeks because the fluid went down. After a couple cycles they should do a scan and they should be able to tell then. You need to fill out the profile on your dad. If all he has is an 8mm nodule, then I don’t see how it can be stage IV. Here are some definitions of stage III and IV. Stage III non-small cell lung cancer - Cancer has spread to structures near the lung; to the lymph nodes in the area that separates the two lungs (mediastinum); or it has spread to the lymph nodes on the other side of the chest or in the neck. Stage III is further divided into stage IIIA (usually can be resected) and stage IIIB (usually cannot be resected). Stage IV non-small cell lung cancer - Cancer has spread to other parts of the body. If at any time you have any doubt about the diagnoses, and then consider a second opinion. Here is a web address that list of places that give second opinions. http://blochcancer.org/articles/xtrnew.asp Try to do his profile. Keep us posted. Stay positive, Ernie

I have heard of it. You can buy it in most supermarkets. There is no need to purchase it from a multilevel sales plan. I drink Pomegranate juice and Noni juice. Sometimes you see Acai juice mixed with Pomegranate juice. I have tried it. I think it is just one more antioxidant that you can take. You should check anything that you are going to take on a regular basis with your doctor. Stay positive, Ernie

Barb, Welcome to the site. Stage IV cancer is usually inoperable. It is treatable. I was diagnosed stage IIIb/IV the same as you dad. I had chemo and Tarceva. I had Carboplatin and Taxol for the IV chemo. Your dad is probably having something similar. On July 7th it will be 2 years and I feel fine. You can check my story here just click below and it will take you to it: http://lchelp.org/l_community/viewtopic.php?t=25376 Not having surgery may not be that bad. I have two complete lungs and no after problems from surgery. If you have questions e-mail me. Stay positive, Ernie

Alex, Welcome to the site. You will get lots of support here. Stay positive, Ernie

SAJR, Welcome to the site. I was diagnosed stage IIIb/IV nsclc. I was told 18 months tops. I have been in complete remission since November 2005. July 7th will be two years. So much for doctor’s predictions. I had fluid in my chest wall when I started chemo. I did not have fluid in the lung. The treatment today is a lot different than it was even a few years ago. Your mom can be treated and with a good team helping her she has a chance to beat this disease. If you have any questions just e-mail me. Stay positive, Ernie

Linzy, Welcome to the site. There are many things that can show up on a CT scan that are not cancer. You will know more after the biopsy. What ever it is it is treatable. Don’t sit around and think the worst. If you explain to your family everything about your test and what you are doing, I am sure they would rather know so they can give you the support that you need at this time. I had my wife and daughter with me when I went to the doctor for my first report. They have been part of my team ever since. If it is nothing then they will be able to share the good news. If it turns out to be something then they will be there for the support that you need. I would talk to your family and not wait. You need them now and I am sure that they want to help. Keep us posted. Stay positive, Ernie

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Nova, You may want to get a second opinion. My first choice would be M. D. Anderson in Houston. Since you are in Florida and the trip to Houston may not be practicable, you might want to try their affiliate in Orlando. I have a friend that has gone there for years and thinks they are good. I do think Houston would be best. Stay positive, Ernie

You got it. It’s like The Little Engine That Could. I know I can, I know I can! Stay positive, Ernie

Welcome to the site. You have already received a lot of good info. Stay positive, Ernie

Ginny, Welcome to the site. You are right about the statistics. They are based on old results and so are the statements coming from your doctor. I don’t think there is a doctor that can tell you with any accuracy what the new drugs may do. You may also be different than any one else. Worry is thinking negative thoughts about the results of something that will happen in the future. Fortunately you can do things to effect that out come. You just have to believe that your treatment will work and keep on fighting. Stay positive, Ernie

They may follow up with Avastin or Tarceva if the cancer is still there. The body does need some rest after the chemo. Each case is different. Stay positive, Ernie

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Lilie, Welcome to the site. You may want to fill out the profile so we will no more about you. You will get a lot of support here. Stay positive, Ernie

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Garlic REPORT By Ernie Puckett This is a report on one of many supplements that I take. Each report will contain: What it is, How I think it helped me. Dosage I take, with links to info on dosage if available. What I would recommend to my children to take as a supplement A link to The Sloan Kettering site if the supplement is listed there. You may have to agree to the conditions then click on the first letter of supplement, and scroll down to the supplement. If you have already been to this web site before it will take you right to the supplement. Some supplements may interfere with chemotherapy or radiation. This site is a good source for that information Other interesting web sites where I found valuable information, with links to research Brand name and manufacture and link to where I purchase the product. This is the best price I have found. Most of the web sites are also selling a product and may be bias, but they still contain good information. The Sloan Kettering site has no interest in selling products and I consider this unbiased. By reviewing this report and the clicking links you should be able to make an intelligent decision whether this is something you want to take. For additional information you can Google the supplement in your browser. ALL SUPPLEMENTS/HERBS SHOULD BE CHECKED WITH YOU DOCTORS BEFORE YOU START TO TAKE THEM. I showed all of mine to my oncologist. Don’t forget to add the most important item_ PRAYER Garlic Allium sativum L., commonly known as garlic, is a species in the onion family Alliaceae. Its close relatives include the onion, shallot, and leek.. How I think it helped me, I think it may help prevent and treat cancer. What I take today, 320mg a day, plus what I eat. What I would suggest that my children take as a supplement, I think garlic is a good healthy food to eat and could be a good supplement for general health as well as cancer What is Garlic (I think we all know) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garlic Dosage The dosage for garlic is something that is not spelled out. It may depend on how much garlic that you already take in the form of food. I take the 320mg because that is the dosage on the brand I buy, 1 tablet. Sloan Kettering http://www.mskcc.org/mskcc/html/69230.cfm Other web sites of interest http://www.garlic.mistral.co.uk/cancer.htm http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entre ... t=Citation http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entre ... t=Citation http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entre ... t=Citation http://www.healthcastle.com/garlic-cancer.shtml http://cancer.about.com/od/prevention/a ... garlic.htm http://www.cancer.gov/newscenter/pressreleases/garlic Brand name and lowest price: I use a supplement called Garlinase Fresh, which can be purchased in any health food store. I eat a lot of garlic. Note: garlic should be peeled and allowed to set for 15 minutes before cooking. Questions and comments appreciated erniepuckett@comcast.net If you would like to be removed from these report mailings, e-mail your request to the above address.

Richard, I had good results with chemo alone. You can check my profile or read My story in the MY STORY FORUM. Stay positive, Ernie

Sorry to hear about your mom but her cancer is treatable. I hate to repeat myself but I can't be sure that you read this on another post. I think reading Fighting Cancer is one of the best books to read to give hope to those that want to beat this disease, go to this web site: http://www.blochcancer.org/articles/letter.html You can order a free copy of the book Fighting Cancer. You can click on the links and read the book on line until you receive your copy. There is also a link to places where you can get a second opinion. Stay positive, Ernie

Mandi, Welcome to the site. If you would like to learn a lot about survival in a hurry, go to this web site: http://www.blochcancer.org/articles/letter.html You can order a free copy of the book Fighting Cancer. You can click on the links and read the book on line until you receive your copy. There is also a link to places where you can get a second opinion, which I strongly recommend. Keep us posted. Stay positive, Ernie