carolhg Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Hello everyone. I’m not sure if anyone remembers me here. I was diagnosed with adenocarcinoma stage 3A in 2005. I had 6 weeks of chemo (taxol/carboplatinim) followed by surgery, the removal of my upper right lung. That was followed by three infusions of the same chemo. Surgery was July 1, 2005, I was back to work at the end of August teaching school. I have since retired. My scans have all been good to date. Today I had a chest X-ray because I am feeing uncomfortable and worried. I’m praying that the X-Ray shows nothing new. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BridgetO Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Wow, 13 years NED! I understand being uncomfortable and worried. My lung cancer was recent and found early, but I have had 2 other primary cancers including a Stage 3, 7 years ago. It seems inevitable that discomfort or any other unusual sensations make us concerned. I wish for you another 13 years of NED and then 13 more after that. Bridget O Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted October 26, 2018 Author Share Posted October 26, 2018 Thank you Bridget. Your support is very much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LexieCat Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 I hope so, too! One thing I've noticed is that as I get older, there are a lot of mysterious aches and pains that didn't used to be there. Is there a reason you're having a chest x-ray rather than a low-dose CT scan? That's what I'd opt for if I were concerned about a recurrence... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted October 26, 2018 Author Share Posted October 26, 2018 It’s because over the years I have had so many scans plusI have a low kidney score. The results of the X-Ray will determine if I need to follow up with a a ct scan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LexieCat Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Gotcha. Will keep my fingers crossed and sending good thoughts your way. Please update us when you have the results! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted October 26, 2018 Author Share Posted October 26, 2018 Thank you. I most certainly will update. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted October 26, 2018 Author Share Posted October 26, 2018 Thank you. I will most certainly update. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurel Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 The worry of recurrence is always on our thoughts. I'm praying all is well for you. Hugs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Galli Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Welcome back Carol. I recently had a troubling scan but it turned out to be inflammation. I hope yours is a non problem. Stay the course. Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steff Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Keeping fingers and toes crossed for you Carol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted October 26, 2018 Author Share Posted October 26, 2018 Thank you for your support. The X-ray that I had was clear so there is no need to have to take another ct scan. My problem was allergy and inflammation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LexieCat Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 GREAT NEWS!! Keep that NED goin'! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaurenH Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Hi, Carol, We’re glad that your x-ray was clear! Thank you for keeping us posted! We will always be here for you. With gratitude, Lauren — Digital Community Manager LUNGevity Foundation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulaC Posted October 27, 2018 Share Posted October 27, 2018 Great news! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted October 27, 2018 Author Share Posted October 27, 2018 Thank yo so much. I am just thrilled!😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BridgetO Posted October 27, 2018 Share Posted October 27, 2018 Hooray for NED! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hope16 Posted October 27, 2018 Share Posted October 27, 2018 Congrats Carol.. It is so nice to hear success stories... May God bless you with many more ned years Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelkay1 Posted October 27, 2018 Share Posted October 27, 2018 I'm so happy to hear your great news, I keep hearing our cancer is not curable, but I'll take 13 plus years NED any day! This is what I'm praying for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted October 27, 2018 Author Share Posted October 27, 2018 Thank you so much. I pray it for you also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurel Posted October 27, 2018 Share Posted October 27, 2018 Awesome news! Yea! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Galli Posted October 27, 2018 Share Posted October 27, 2018 Carol, I do love seeing NED results! Stay the course. Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan Cornett Posted October 28, 2018 Share Posted October 28, 2018 Fantastic news! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColleenRae Posted November 2, 2018 Share Posted November 2, 2018 Hooray! Thanks for infusing my day with hope! Very happy for you. Colleen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted November 2, 2018 Author Share Posted November 2, 2018 Thank you so very much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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