Tony Posted April 8, 2017 Share Posted April 8, 2017 Well my friends it’s was 2 year ago I was diagnose with stage 3A Squamous cell carcinoma lung cancer, after 5 months of chemotherapy and 33 day of radiation I went into remission 3 months later i had a Pet-Scan to fine out that my cancer had metastasize from my lungs to my sacral bone, presently I am on Opdivo I already did 31 infusion Mally 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Galli Posted April 8, 2017 Share Posted April 8, 2017 Welcome Tony! We share a diagnosis -- Squamous cell. And, we both had good results from our first line treatment: chemotherapy and radiation. You experienced no evidence of disease (NED) for 3 months, and I went through surgery to remove my right lung. Then we both had a recurrence, yours to bone and mine to my remaining lung. Our difference is in timing. My active treatment was 2004 through 2007 while you are in treatment now with Opdivo: an immunotherapy drug that has demonstrated success in treating Squamous cell lung cancer. Here is some information on immunotherapy (click the down arrow on immune checkpoint inhibitors) for a good explanation on how Opdivo works. So while there is no joy in lung cancer treatment, there is available joy in the extra life treatment often yields. I hope Opdivo is working for you and if it is, that you are enjoying that extra life. Stay the course. Tom Mally 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lydia V Posted April 8, 2017 Share Posted April 8, 2017 Tony, So sorry to hear you're going through such a difficult process. It seems this diagnosis is one of ups and downs along with severe abrupt turns! My only suggestion is "hang on for the ride". I have stage 4 and it has been a roller coaster ride but I'm in a good place now so am enjoying it for as long as it lasts. Please keep hope and faith in positive outcomes. I will keep you in my prayers. Best Wishes, Lydia Susan Cornett 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaurenH Posted April 12, 2017 Share Posted April 12, 2017 Hi, Tony, Welcome to LCSC. I hope that you make many meaningful connections with other members on this site. This is a great place to ask questions and get support. Tom has already provided links to information about immunotherapy and checkpoint inhibitors. I am happy to help you find additional resources and support. Please feel free to post any questions or join some of the ongoing conversations in the discussion boards. With gratitude, Lauren -- Digital Community Manager LUNGevity Foundation Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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