mommadukes101 Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 Hello everyone. My husband is newly diagnosed with NSCLC and I have spent a lot of time on the internet trying to educate myself about our situation. I decided I needed a support group and this one looks good to me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 Welcome, Well you hit the Jackpot-- this is the best place for caring, sharing, support and hope. Stay with us and let us know more about your situation so we can be of help. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendyr Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 Welcome, let us know how we can help you wendyr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommadukes101 Posted October 22, 2007 Author Share Posted October 22, 2007 As I am looking around this site I can see that I have a long way to go in the education department. It is encouraging and at the same time discouraging because treatments seem so varied and complicated. So far my hubby's NSCLC is adenocarcinoma, probably StageIII. His tumor is in the upper left lung, very large, 8cm. He has a lot of pain, it is pressing against the side of the lung, his ribs I guess. On oxycodon for that. He goes tomorrow for PET scan and CT scan to check for any spread. He goes next Monday to get a port put in for chemo. We don't know any more as of now, doc said if there is no spread to other parts of the body he will get radiation also. He said it is inoperable. My question is how do they determine that? it is large now, but what if it shrinks to half the size or less, can't they consider surgery at some point? And second question is: if we get a second opinion, do we just question treatment, or should we even question diagnosis? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 Hello and welcome The beginning of this journey is very confusing with so much information being tossed out at once. Please feel free to ask any and all questions here and know that someone will be along to help you with answers. Sending lots of positive thoughts and prayers to you Christine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommadukes101 Posted October 22, 2007 Author Share Posted October 22, 2007 Thank you for taking the time to speak with me. I have many friends and family but few of them really understand how I feel and what we are going through. They love us but they don't know what to say. I truly am glad I found this place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger C Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 I am so sorry that you had to find a support group, but you have joined the best. A lot of great people here and long time survivors. Please feel free to ask anything, someone will have an answer. Stay positive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelley (MLC) Posted October 23, 2007 Share Posted October 23, 2007 Hi and welcome. There are so many wonderful people here that will help you with your questions and offer all kinds of love and support. Keep checking in. Shelley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ernrol Posted October 23, 2007 Share Posted October 23, 2007 Welcome to the site. Second opinions are always good to get and most doctors encourage them. Sometimes they will operate if the tumor shrinks enough and there is no other reason not to operate. If it does shrink and they decide to operate, you may still want a second opinion at that time. There is nothing like having the most knowledge possible before making an important decision. Stay positive, Ernie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbb Posted October 23, 2007 Share Posted October 23, 2007 I'm glad you joined us. My husband was diagnosed this summer and my sister found this site for me. It has really helped me find hope and a great place to unload. Please keep checking in so we can all help each other. Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted October 23, 2007 Share Posted October 23, 2007 Welcome to our group. I'm sending prayers that treatment goes well for your husband. Keep us posted and hang in there. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexan Posted October 23, 2007 Share Posted October 23, 2007 Welcome!!! we are kind of a family hee. Everybody is really nice hugs bucky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted October 23, 2007 Share Posted October 23, 2007 Welcome! Don't be afraid to ask for a second opinion. Just because a tumor is inoperable that doesn't mean that it is untreatable. Frequently they won't operate because of the size or location of the tumor, or after it has spread to other parts of the body. If size is the problem, sometimes they can operate after they shrink it with chemo and radiation. There are plenty to other treatments out there, so keep an open mind. If you have questions, be sure to ask. Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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