Hi , I am 72 . I was diagnosed with Carcinoid tumors all over my lungs. I was diagnosed 8 years ago. I am very active and other than that in good health . Last year they suggested I removed lower lobe as one of the tumors was starting to grow . I had the surgery by a robot , thus less invasive . A small hole in my back is where they entered. The most uncomfortable thing was the breathing tube which they kept in for 12 hours. I left the hospital after 24 hours . Recovery took a few weeks , but after a week I was running about . Although it has been over a year , sometimes I still get a pain where the tube was . I was told tissue damage can take years to repair . I travel the world and do almost everything. My only challenge is walking up a hill or up a stairway. Other than that I can walk for miles and bike for miles . If you are contemplating the surgery , do it …..get it over with and you will be fine. Best of luck to you. If you wish to discuss further you can email me directly ( ronalgold@yahoo.com).