SandraL
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Oh Ned....what beautiful pictures. Thanks for sharing.
Sandra
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YUP...cancer sucks big time. I am so sorry for you and your friend Denise. But she does have a plan in place. So prayers that the plan works. She is lucky to have you support her.
Sandra
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Hi Michelle. As others have said, it may be nothing or it may be a side effect. Regardless though make sure to mention it to the doctor. I know I was doing a bit of twitching and talking in my sleep before I went into full kidney failure. We learned from that to always mention anything different going on. Take care
Sandra
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I'm glad to read about your good news Brian. And that the sun is shining a bit more brightly for you. Continued best wishes
Sandra
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In my current state, definitely a housekeeper! My mom has been here for the past month or so fulfilling that role but she is leaving soon.
I think I will pay my kids this summer to try and keep it up. My previous high standards have been lowered a bit lately but I still can't stand the dust!
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Hi Sue. Am glad to hear the procedure went well. Now the awful waiting. My prayers and thoughts continue for you and your mom.
Sandra
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Hi Carol. I am so sorry to read of your latest developments. But never give up hope, you are still here and you still have treatment options.
I have been on both Alimta and Tarceva. I didn't tolerate Alimta all that well but most people do. It really knocked me out good a few days after each treatment. The Tarceva rash got me pretty good to begin with but there are many ways to manage the rash and the dosage can be adjusted. Both of these drugs have helped many people though, so my prayers are being said that alimta does what it is supposed to for you. Take care
Sandra
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Hi Angela. I think the side effects to radiation can be very different depending on the location of the radiation. I had 30 curative doses to my left lung and really hardly suffered at all. Others though, who have it close to the parts that "swallow" can suffer a bit more. Radiation can be quite effective though, so I would definitely pursue at least the gentle radiation. I think you could always pursue more later if that isn't helpful but you might want to ask about that as a future option before deciding. Best wishes on your decision.
Sandra
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Am sending prayers for all.
Sandra
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Hi everyone. I am checking in on the air after a wonderful long weekend with my sister and her kids. We did lots of touristy things, including whale watching! And we went out for lots of yummy lunches and dinners. Topped that all off with a father's day brunch and a relaxing afternoon.
I saw my med onc today and went for chemo. Unfortunately all my gallavanting about town has caused my right leg to swell (that is the leg that has the dropped foot). I told the doctor it was because I had been out and about so much but she still insisted on an ultrasound. So after my first chemo of round #3 of navalbine, I trotted off for an ultrasound. No blood clot as I suspected. Just means I have to sit around and keep my leg up for a few days. So after a very busy day I will now check out and go put my feet up!
Have a nice evening everyone!
Sandra
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I am thrilled for you Debi....and for all the future things that life has to offer you! Congrats on all your accomplishments this year and I look forward to hearing next years..and the years after that.
Sandra
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That sounds like a pretty awesome report ts. Keep up the good work and listen to the doc....there are quite a few buses in Seattle!
Sandra
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Hi Michelle. I am so sorry to read about your husband. I am sure you are absolutely terrified. Unfortunately lung cancer can go undetected and symptomless for a long time, and in later stages. However, there is always hope. I too was diagnosed at Stage 3b with a pleural effusion and there are many here who were diagnosed at Stage 4. And many of us here, many months and years later to talk about it. So you have found a good place to come and vent and ask any questions. We get it here. I hope to see you more on the boards. And most importantly, I am sending prayers for successful treatments for your husband. Make sure to take care of yourself as well.
Sandra
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Hi Barbara. I am so sorry to read about your husband. It does seem possible that someone might have messed up along the way. But unfortunately this lc stuff is not an exact science. And really, it does no good to focus on that now. You need all your energy to deal with what is currently going on. So, like others have said, find a doc you are comfortable with and hopefully things will start to turn around for your husband. Please keep us posted on how both of you are doing.
Sandra
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Prayers for Milllie and her family....how awful.
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Hi Sue. I am sending prayers for your dear mom. May the procedure go smoothly and may she recover fast. And mostly may it turn up nothing. I am saying a prayer for your too....take a deep breath and you will get through this latest bump in the road. Take care
Sandra
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So sorry about the news Denise. Continued prayers.
Sandra
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Great news
in HOPE
Wow that is amazing and awesome news for your cousin Lily. I hope she is celebrating.
Sandra
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Well that does sound good Muriel. But worrisome nonetheless. At least you have made it though your next 4 months of freedom. And you are a survivor, we know that. Enjoy your good news and take care
Sandra
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Hi there. I am sorry to read about your mom's update. Keeping her comfortable is the most important thing so please report the throwing up to the doc asap and see what they can do. And hang in there and take care of yourself as well.
Sandra
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Control freak just means we are on top of things, and we need to be in our circumstances. I hope the rest of the treatments go well and that hubby feels better.
Sandra
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Hi Tammy. My thoughts and prayers are with you for a cancer free surgery. And a quick recovery. Please keep us posted. Kudos on the lung cancer awareness night at the rink. That must have been a lot of hard work. Take care
Sandra
Hello to Everyone from Richmond, VA
in INTRODUCE YOURSELF!
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Hi Annette. Glad to see you found this site and decided to check in with us and tell us your story. You have been through a lot in a very short time frame but sure are handling it well. It's also good to know that you have benefited from reading our stories and that we have given you hope. I am sending a prayer that your left side turns out to be nothing. Please keep us posted on how you are doing.
Sandra