sawyers143

Since my mom has not been given an exact diagnosis as to the specific type of lung cancer she has, I thought I would continue to post on this section of the message board. My mom called today and here is what the Dr. told her the results of her Bronchoscopy were: 1)Inconclusive 2)The cells look like it could be a mixture of Lymphoma and/or Small Cell. 3) The tumors are not in the lungs, but on top of them pressing against the trachea (sp). 4) She is seeing a surgeon tomorrow who is going to schedule a biopsy where they will raise her breast bone so they can get a better look and I guess get a better biopsy. My question is, has anyone had this happen to them or a loved one? I am a little confused and am hoping someone could share anything with me similar to this. Thanks.

My mom had her Bronchoscopy yesterday, so she should know more tomorrow. Thanks again for all the prayers.

Welcome to the board. I am new as well and will be here for any support you need. I am not a patient but my mother was just diagnosed last week, so I can understand the shock. Please stay strong and know that you are in our prayers. Sawyer

Thanks everyone for the kind words. I will definatley be asking alot of questions, looking for support and also offering support to all of you as well. My mom had an appointment today and is scheduled for a Bronchoscopy on Wed. I will let everyone know what happens. I talked to her tonight and she is doing well. Thank you for all your thoughts and prayers, and please know that I will keep all of you and your loved ones in my prayers as well. Sawyer

I am so happy to have found this site. Four days ago My mom was diagnosed with lung cancer. The CAT Scan showed 4 tumors with one of them wrapped around her trachia (sp). My family is devestated at the news. She is going to the Dr. today to find out more. I am very nervous as I sit here in my office thinking about the upcoming battle. I have read some of the posts about being positive and this is what I am going to try to do. Last night she said that even though the odds don't look that great, she plans on being around for a while. If she can have an attitude like that, then it is important that I do the same. I know times will be tough, but I look forward every day I have my mother with me. I also look forward to the support that I think this board can give me and my family. Sawyer