Heather_T Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Back in April my Onc. said everything is looking good. He could no longer see the tumor but there was still a mass that he thought was scar tissue, imflammation, small infection or partial lung collapse. It looks like they should be able to do surgery. YEAH Well go to Pulm. doc does some breathing test went in for some type of test to dee if my right lung is doing atleast 2/3 of the work. He agreed with what the Onc. said. So now I am off to surgeons and he says well the tumor has shrunk substatial but will have to do a better CT (84 slice). What tumor??? I told him what my Onc. said and his readings but he said he didn't know. Well to say the least have been freaking out. I have so much going through my head right now that I don't want to do anything. I feel like I could just bust in tears at anytime. I think I might need an anti-depressent. I don't know???? I am so overwhelmed right now. I just needed to vent. Thanks for listening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
needhope Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Heather, I'm sorry you are going through this difficult time. I am praying that the original oncologist's readings are correct and that the tumor is GONE. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ernrol Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Heather, I have about a 1.5 cm scar tissue. It does not show on a PET scan. Have they given you a PET scan? I asked my onc about removing what I have and he said that there is no cancer there to remove. I do like keeping my lung, but I don't know what is best. I think that whatever you do you will come out fine. Stay positive, Ernie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather_T Posted May 16, 2007 Author Share Posted May 16, 2007 My upper left lobe is not working at all and has not for a while. I have always just assumed that if I could do surgery than do it. They have also said maybe going in to do an exploration just to see what that mass is. Maybe I shold get a second opinion. Does anybosy know of any good thoratic(sp?)surgeons in the Dallas area. I have had a PET scan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 I have no words of wisdom, but I do send much support, many prayers, and ((((hugs)))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SherryNeedsToLaugh Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Heather, I don't know about surgeons but I do know about needing to vent. Sometimes we all need to do that but more so when you are told something as confusing as what your surgeon told you. Maybe he himself was confused. Doctors are not perfect and when you have one that tells you something you don't like then it is time to find another one. I know how you are feeling right now. I get that way myself when I am scared. I think you need to remember... 1. you are not alone 2. you are a fighter 3. you will beat this 4. that you are loved I sure hope this helps. Try to put it out of your mind for a moment and get some rest. You know it will work out. Just take it one day at a time. Get mad at that surgeon that didn't have a clue what he was talking about. Sherry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raneyf Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Hi Heather, I don't know where you're going, but doesn't Baylor have a major cancer center in Dallas? Also, I wouldn't worry about the surgeon's words. He's calling the "mass" a "tumor" still, and it sounds like "something" is still there maybe. He can't know if it's tumor or scar tissue or whatever, without a PET at least to help guide him. Praying there's nothing left of it for you. Take care, Raney Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Heather, Can you call your onc. and tell him what the surgeon said? I think you need to let him know that you are getting conflicting stories and perhaps they should get together and decide what it is and what, if anything, to do. ((((Hugs)))) Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Really have no honest idea of how your feeling but am able to sense the dissapointment and frustration in your writing.I guess after being with my wife for two year's when she battled the Desease lot's of my emotion's was just drained out. But my advice i would give you is get a second opinion and see what happen's as you do not need the feeling's your dealing with right now........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daddyslittlegirl Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 I'm so sorry for what you are feeling. Maybe an anti-depressant is a good idea, but definetly a second opion is a great idea. I pray this all gets cleared up for you with good news FAST! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexan Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 Dear Heather, I think Baylor is really good.I will get a 2nd opinion for your tranquility. At this moment us you know I am in the same boat. I am taking xanax "the happy pill" and help me a lot. i know is rally hard but you need to be positive and strong. You have two beautifull kids that their mother more than anything in the world. love & prayers for you get out of the hole bucky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 I am not familiar with the Dallas area, but I agree with others that you should contact the ONC doc to explain the surgeons comments. LC is such a bugger of a disease, it really takes its toll on us emotionally and physicially. Talk to your doc about how your feeling. Maybe antidepressants will help. Do know that there are many friends here behind you. Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtay Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 Hope all goes well for you Heather. Best wishes Dawn x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pammie Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 Will be praying for you Heather. Most of the people i know that have cancer are taking an antidepressent, me included. Find out as much information as possible for your situation and be very frank with questions for docs. God bless you. pammie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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