Carolyn Cruickshanks Posted November 2, 2007 Share Posted November 2, 2007 Hi! I'm Carolyn and my dad has recently been diagnosed with lung cancer and it has spread to some lymph nodes. We are awaiting an appointment with an oncologist. I have been a nervous reck and I'm sure you can all relate. We are armed for a battle!!! 11-5-07 Dad met with an oncologist and the radiation doctor. Stage 3B w/left, right and center nodes affected. Inoperable because tumor has wrapped around the aorta. 11-6-07 Dad had his 1st, 4 hr chemo. Did great. We go back tomorrow for a CT Scan and in 3 weeks another dose of chemo and start radiation. Radiation will be 5 days a week for 7 weeks. We travel over 1 hr to get to and from the hospital. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judy-OK Posted November 2, 2007 Share Posted November 2, 2007 Carolyn you have found a great place for information and support. Keep us posted and my best to you and your dad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted November 2, 2007 Share Posted November 2, 2007 Welcome, Carolyn, I'm glad you have found us. You will be glad to meet people here dealing with similar problems, and who can help you ask the right questions. XOXOXOX MaryAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted November 2, 2007 Share Posted November 2, 2007 Welcome, Carolyn. So sorry your dad is faced with this diagnosis. I'm sending prayers that treatment goes well for him. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted November 2, 2007 Share Posted November 2, 2007 Hello Carolyn and welcome I am so sorry about your Dad's diagnosis. I am very glad you found us here, though. Please let us know how we can help you and be assured we will do our best. Christine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelley (MLC) Posted November 2, 2007 Share Posted November 2, 2007 Hi Carolyn and welcome. I'm sorry to hear about your Dad. Please keep us posted after you speak with the oncologist. Shelley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted November 2, 2007 Share Posted November 2, 2007 Hi there, Welcome to LCHelp community! I really understand how hard it is to wait until the doctor visit. It can surely rattle even the calmest nerves! I would suggest that you read some of the great survivor stories under "My story". Lung Cancer is not necessarily a death sentence and there are many of us surviving and thriving on this board. I personally have had significant lymph node involvement at diagnosis and I am here today still enjoying life. God bless you and your family right now. Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbb Posted November 2, 2007 Share Posted November 2, 2007 Welcome Carolyn, I'll be watching for your updates. Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ernrol Posted November 3, 2007 Share Posted November 3, 2007 Carolyn, Welcome to the site. Keep us posted. Stay positive, Eernie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted November 3, 2007 Share Posted November 3, 2007 Welcome Carolyn, Glad you found us. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barbara5452 Posted November 4, 2007 Share Posted November 4, 2007 Welcome Carolyn, I can tell you have you boxing gloves on, that is the right attitude. Keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delgrip Posted November 6, 2007 Share Posted November 6, 2007 Welcome Carolyn. This board is wonderful. I am a new member myself and really like all the advice and stories I read on here. I am sorry your dad was diagnosed with lung cancer but you just tell him to fight it and fight it with all he has in him. That is what I am doing. Never give up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JB Posted November 6, 2007 Share Posted November 6, 2007 Welcome Carolyn. It's unfortunate that you have to be here. This board offers plenty of information and support and everyone here is great. Lot's of insight and perspective. Please take a minute to update your profile as it assists everyone in understaniding where you are in your journey. Best wishes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 Welcome Carolyn; I hope treatment goes well for your dad. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rainbow Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 Welcome Carolyn, I am new here also, but finding the people helpful and caring. Glad his first treatment went well. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God Bless, Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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