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New here. Guess i have lung cancer looking at my PET
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I just wrote this to someone else---so should they be doing more with the broncoscopy. I guess now. Sorry, my head is spinning again. Just got off the phone.
well, they have scheduled a broncoscopy and EBUS for 6/6 with my pulmonologist BUT told me I could also get in sooner for a biopsy with an interventional radiologist! Why would they do both? From what I understand the Bronco tells more than a biopsy through the chest so I think (!) he said he was just offering that to ease my mind because they can do that sooner but I still have to have the Bronco. So I don't need the biopsy with radiology if i can keep from losing my mind, is that right?
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Hi Julie, How are you? What is going on?
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@julie67, either method, bronchoscopy or needle biopsy, can be effective in getting the cells that they need to identify if this is cancerous. Each procedure comes with its own sets of risks, side effects, and potential benefits. Be aware that there will likely be more tests after the procedure and more waiting for appointments. It's not easy, but it's necessary. Check with your primary doctor if you feel that you need some help with taking the edge off the situation. It's not uncommon.