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New to adenocarcinoma lung cancer and have LOTS of questions
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Welcome to Mayo Connect @annallee. I'm glad that you found us and be sure to check out the discussions on the Lung Cancer group too. https://connect.mayoclinic.org/group/lung-cancer/
It's perfectly normal to be scared. Cancer is scary. There are many new treatments in the world of lung cancer. It's finally a hopeful place! I was diagnosed 4 years ago, stage IV.
We aren't doctors and can't give medical advice. Certainly, if the swelling continues, or you notice any increase in shortness of breath, you'll want to reach out to one of your health care providers, or even visit your local Emergency Room. Fluid can build up around your lungs, and the impact of that can be significant.
It sounds like you've already had a biopsy completed, so you are well into the diagnostic process. Have you started working on a list of questions for the surgeon? Was your cancer found from a CT screening?
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Thank you, and everyone, for the responses! I read them and I re-read them; sometimes I wonder if my memory IS really going bonkers.
In reply to your question, there was a CT scan but it was done following an Xray that my family doctor ordered because of a persistent cough. Since I have had a history of bronchitis we used our normal treatments, which did not help to get rid of the cough - so started my adventure.
I am 5 days away from having the lobectomy and I am even more nervous and worried about everything! I not only worry about the swelling of my feet and ankles (and was prescribed medication for - but does not seem to have helped much) but what has happened with the cancer between now and the 1st detection (in mid-May). Has the cancer spread? Am I developing new problems due to the spread - such as severe shoulder/arm pain, weakness, fatigue, moodiness, or am I just being a wuss and creating these problems in my own mind - over thinking? I am sure I will find out more on Friday, but thought this would be a good place to ask. Most information I find is about treatment and side effects from that, not much has been discussed about what one goes thru while the cancer is still inside them, without treatment - yet. If anyone can share, I would be appreciative. You all are wonderful for people for taking the time to respond, thank you, and I wish the best for everyone!