Guest Nineout Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 Found tumor in upper right lung.Had CT guided biopsy and it was positive for cancer.Waiting for referral to pulmonary doc.My pcp says i'm more than likely in for a right lobectomy.Just wanted to drop in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 Nineout, You sound just like me at the beginning. Welcome and hope to hear more about you. How about some additional info. We all will be more than happy to help you along the way. Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leslie221 Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 Welcome! I know this is the last news you probably ever expected to get and it's a big shock. But I am so glad to hear you are eligible for surgery! That is excellent news. Sounds strange to congratulate someone on needing that kind of surgery, but it is very hopeful, very good news for you! Looking forward to getting to know you, Leslie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvmydog2 Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 I am sorry to hear about your diagnosis but wanted to say welcome to our little family. You will find loads of info here. Whatever you are feeling at the time, someone here has traveled in your shoes. Stay with us and keep us informed of your progress while we travel this road together. We will cry with you or laugh with you. Just let us know what your needs are. I am glad you are a canidate for surgery. That helps the odds of licking the disease. The best advice I can offer you is to take it one day at a time and don't read between the lines. No need to borrow trouble. Again, Welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 Welcome. I am going to guess that if you've already found this board, you have been searching for "the numbers" on lung cancer. Stop. Stick with us for a while, talk to your medical team and do research SPECIFICALLY on what they are suggesting, come here to read about what the real side effects have been for people taking that course of action, not just the numbers the doctor throws out. There's definitely a difference in what your mind reads as "diarrhea" on a form in the doctor's office and the explosive trips to the potty many get as a side effect - make informed decisions and read new articles, but don't read a lot about things happening even five years ago, the numbers have changed and there are many new treatment options. If you truly are a candidate for surgery, congratulations on catching it early! Nothing like a little bit of luck to help you through... Relax and remember to breathe. Long, deep breath in through the nose, long, deep breath out through the mouth...repeat it until the band of terror loosens in your chest. It will be what it will be, you are NOT in control, and you really never were. "Control" is an illusion, reality is rolling with the punches. Hang in there, hang on, and come here for a shot of courage and support when you need it. Becky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 Welcome...I hope surgery is an option for you. Please let us know how your appointments go and ask questions--many here have been where you are. I know this is a hard time and the holidays make it even harder I'm sure. Tell us more about you and once again welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nineout Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 I have a appointment next Thursday with a surgeon and pulmonary Doc.I have a full scan set for Tuesday so we'll see how things go.Hopefuly they can do surgery even though it's not something i look forward to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 Welcome Nineout. Keep us posted on how things are going. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 Hey Nine, Been there, done that. I had an upper right lobectomy. I was staged 3A. Surgery was the best thing that I could hope for and I was happy to get it. I have no cancer now and am forever grateful to the people on this website, my health professionals and God. If you are staged 3A or less you most likely will have surgery and continue on with your life in what for me is a much more appreciative manner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 Dear Nine, Read my profile below my post. If I can do it so can you. I will pray that you are a candidate for surgery. Its not the easiest thing in the world but it is very doable. Take the others advice and don't read stats. They are old ones and each of us is an individual. We will each have our own outcome. May yours be a good one. Welcome to our group. Ask questions and tell us your concerns. We have been there and are more than happy to share our experiences. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunny Posted December 9, 2005 Share Posted December 9, 2005 welcome. you're not alone, in any aspect of your new battle. let us support you. xoxo amie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted December 10, 2005 Share Posted December 10, 2005 Nine,welcome to our support family.You will find many people here that know a lot and care a lot. Most importantly as you read the many signature profiles underneath the posts you will see that there are many surviving this disease long after the given statistics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted December 10, 2005 Share Posted December 10, 2005 Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted December 10, 2005 Share Posted December 10, 2005 Welcome, though we all wish you had no need to find us. Lots of experience here with good info on coping with treatment side effects, including those specific to Thoracic Surgery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted December 10, 2005 Share Posted December 10, 2005 Welcome glad you found us, lots of caring people here to help. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted December 10, 2005 Share Posted December 10, 2005 I am so sorry you had to find us, but you will see how supportive we are since we have all been through this be it ourself or a love one. We are always here for you. If you have questions ask away. I know how scared you must be. First of all, LC is not a death sentence as many here have beaten the odds. So if you have that thought in your mind, get that out. We need you to be positive and know that you can beat this. Also, you are extremely lucky that you are a candidate for surgery. Only 1 out of 4 are candidates for that. You have much on your plate, but it will get better for you with the operation and treatment. Please try not to stress too much, as you will be fine. Please fill out a profile so we could know more about your LC. Take care, Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellakc2 Posted December 11, 2005 Share Posted December 11, 2005 Welcome Nineout, Had the same dx. Good luck to you. I'm a two yr. survivor. Mare Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted December 12, 2005 Share Posted December 12, 2005 Hi: welcome to this group. It appears that you may be headed for surgery. If so, the chances that you will be cured are very good. I have had 2 surgerys. I am cancer free now. I and many others will be glad to support you in the coming months as you go through this part of your life. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted December 12, 2005 Share Posted December 12, 2005 Hey Nine, Good Luck with everything. Welcome to our family. GOD BLESS!! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted December 13, 2005 Share Posted December 13, 2005 Hi Nineout, welcome and sorry you had to seach us out. But you found a great support and knowledgable group here. If you are a candidate for an operation, you are so lucky as only 1 in 4 could have the operation. Please know that we are always here for you. I know how scared you are but LC is not a death sentence, many have beaten the odds. You will do fine. You will get through this. We are here to help you. We all have been down your road either the patient or the caregiver. We know what you are going through and you a not alone. We are always here for you. When you find out more, let us know. You can post a profile on the bottom of your page, so we could get to know you better. I am so sorry, but I know you will alright. Just get those boxing gloves and start punching and please this is important to your recovery, keep a positive attitude. That will be half you battle it you just believe... Hang in there, it will get better. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icbn Posted December 14, 2005 Share Posted December 14, 2005 Nineout, I just had the same ordeal. It is scary. But it is not a finale. You will be going for a ride, rough at times unfortunately, but just a ride. It is a process. You are not alone. It can be beaten. I'll pray for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna Posted December 16, 2005 Share Posted December 16, 2005 Hello Nineout, You certainly came to the right place!!Every one here is all you will ever need for support and more love than you can handle..I will keep you in my prayers.. Donna K. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted December 16, 2005 Share Posted December 16, 2005 Welcome, Ninout! Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jang Posted December 16, 2005 Share Posted December 16, 2005 Welcome Nineout! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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