So glad I found this site- everyone seems so helpful!
My mom was just diagnosed with Stage IV NSC Adenocarcinoma. Never smoked.
They did most tests but it will take 2-3 weeks for the mutation testing to come back- if it tests positive Dr. will recommend Tarceva.
My question is this: Are there any pros or cons that you know of to starting chemo in the meantime? Of course my mom is hoping to do Tarceva instead but I would think it is beneficial to start chemo in case she tests negative.
Has anyone gone through this? Any answers would be deeply appreciated.
Wait for mutation testing or start chemo right away?
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Hi Everyone!
So glad I found this site- everyone seems so helpful!
My mom was just diagnosed with Stage IV NSC Adenocarcinoma. Never smoked.
They did most tests but it will take 2-3 weeks for the mutation testing to come back- if it tests positive Dr. will recommend Tarceva.
My question is this: Are there any pros or cons that you know of to starting chemo in the meantime? Of course my mom is hoping to do Tarceva instead but I would think it is beneficial to start chemo in case she tests negative.
Has anyone gone through this? Any answers would be deeply appreciated.
God Bless you all!