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    My mom/best friend diagnosed officially today.

    in INTRODUCE YOURSELF!

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    Hi there. I am sorry to read about your mom but you have come to a great place full of information and support. . Yes, there is always HOPE. Just take it one day at a time. There are many longer term survivors here to inspire us all. I am sending my prayers for successful 1st line treatment and the possibility of surgery in the future. Please keep us posted on how you and your mom are doing.

    Sandra

    Newly Dx Stage 1

    in INTRODUCE YOURSELF!

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    Hi Cynthia and welcome to this site. I see you have received lots of good information already. So hopefully surgery continues to be an option for you. You will get through it and you have members here to help you. Please keep us posted on how you are doing.

    Sandra

    Navalbine-pain reaction

    in NSCLC GROUP

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    Hi there. I should have posted this sooner. At the end of my last navalbine injection, this past Monday, I experienced a major pain episode, all down my right leg. That is the leg that has the dropped foot. They gave me some speedy pain medication under my tongue and it subsided. I do know that chemo drugs can definitely affect your nerves.

    My left leg has not been the same since and is giving me pain and major trouble with sleeping. I have another injection scheduled for Monday but am going to cancel it in fear that I will do more damage to my left leg. I will discuss with my med onc as well.

    Has anyone else experienced such a pain episode during a navalbine injection?

    ROLL CALL - Everyone Please Read and Post

    in JUST FOR FUN

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    My name is Sandra. I have a wonderful family, a loving husband and 2 wonderful children, 1 of each, ages 13 and 14. I live in beautiful Victoria, BC which is one of the most awesome places to live and raise a family.

    I was diagnosed in Sept 2007 so have been on my LC journey for almost 2years. I worked full time as a senior financial executive until I was diagnosed. I went back to work for a bit a few times because I just loved my job. But since January 2009 my health has prevented me from working. Instead I spend my time at home with my family. I enjoy going to all my kids activities and having lots of friends around the house.

    I am here often and have found this site to be most helpful in my journey. I have also made many good friends on this site.

    Welcome to everyone here, lurkers and all. Please drop in here and tell us more about yourself.

    Sandra

    Cancer is back--topotecan

    in SCLC GROUP

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    Hi Connie. I am so sorry to read the latest about your dear mom. I would be freaking out about my hair as well. Once is quite enough. I have no advice about that particular drug but I pray that is does it's job. Please keep us posted on how she is doing.

    Sandra

    When????????

    in GENERAL

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    Well hopefully it will stop sooner than later. And that can only be accomplished with survivors and family member advocacy. It has to stop...it is just so awful. I am angry along with you.

    Sandra

    MD Appt This Morning

    in CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER

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    Hi Katy. I am sorry to hear your husband Gene isn't doing so well. I hope things will improve. You do deserve a break and if he is adamant that you go then you absolutely should. I know I would want my family to go even if I couldn't. It always does my heart good when they are out having fun even if I am not able to be with them. If you go, please have a wonderful time. It sounds like Gene is in good hands.

    Sandra

    Alima (2nd week after 1st Chemo)

    in GENERAL

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    Hi Ceedee. I too experienced severe side effects from alimta later in the week after chemo. It just knocked me right out for a few days. But then I would bounce back. I definitely would not have wanted to be alone. I eventually went off of this chemo due to my low tolerance. Be sure to tell your doc of all your side effects and you can make a decision. I know some here have had side effects but that the drug did help. Let us know how you are doing.

    Sandra

    Introducing myself I have BAC

    in INTRODUCE YOURSELF!

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    Hi Maddie and a belated welcome to this group. I am glad to see you reconsidering Tarceva. There are side effects but they can be managed and compared to some other chemotherapies is quite manageable. Some members here have successfully been on Tarceva for years. And it is also easy to tell fairly quickly if it is working. So minimal risks and side effects as far as I am concerned. I was on it for awhile. Best wishes with your decision.

    Sandra

    Hello from Ohio

    in INTRODUCE YOURSELF!

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    Hi Lisa. I am so sorry to read about your dad. He has already been through so much. It seems to me that quality of life is very important at this time. And I think he does need to be told that he has lung cancer so he can properly participate in decision making. You have come to a wonderful place full of support of people that have walked in your shoes. Please keep us posted on how your dad is doing.

    Sandra

    New Member, Feeling Old

    in INTRODUCE YOURSELF!

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    Hi Mary. I am so sorry to read about your dear dad. You have found a good place though full of support and information. Yes treatments can have an affect on your immune system but there are lots of precautions that can be done to prevent that from happening. I am sending prayers for successful treatments for your dad.

    Sandra

    Introducing myself

    in INTRODUCE YOURSELF!

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    Hi Nicole and welcome to this site full of people who have walked in yours and your dad's shoes. Read the stories here of people who are successfully battling this disease. And most of all please know there is always HOPE. I am sending prayers for successful treatment for your dad.

    Sandra

    Brain mets

    in CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER

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    Hi Tova. I am so sorry to read the latest about your dear mom. Of course she is scared. You have received lots of good advice here. I haven't experienced brain mets yet (knock on wood) but am sending my well wishes and prayers for successful treatments for your mom.

    Sandra

    Probably Dumb Hypochondriac like Questions....

    in GENERAL

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    Hi Annette.

    I think the use of a heating pad is just fine. As for the rest, anything we can do to be healthier can't hurt. But going crazy over it is probably a bit much. Everything in moderation, and have that darn cup of coffee. Just do the best you can and enjoy what you like. That's my opinion.

    Sandra

    Latest scan

    in MEMBER UPDATES

    Posted

    hey Donny. I am so glad to read your good news so thanks for sharing. Hopefully the other stuff will clear up so you can enjoy your news even more. Your new puppy sounds awesome. Continued best wishes

    Sandra

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