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Is it lung Cancer?

Lung Cancer | Last Active: Jul 23 8:35pm | Replies (33)
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@jill7517

If you have the wonderful robotic surgery, the access will likely not be where your scar tissue is. The incisions are in various places and the lobe is removed from an incision on your side between 2 ribs. The technology is remarkable, but very complex surgery, so a top-notch surgeon is essential. I got 3 opinions and consultations before selecting my surgeon.

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burdyblue | @burdyblue | Jul 22 8:52am

LOL on the auto correct. Thanks.

My pulmonologist swears the thoracic surgeon is a reputable whiz trained at MD Anderson in robotics and I really trust her. She was is so caring and thoughtful.

You were smart to get those opinions. I don't think I have time, but I will size it all up carefully, yes. Interesting how the surgery works, thanks. I meet with a female lung oncologist tomorrow, and I will have my list of questions on everything from Ketruda to DNA testing,

I am "spring" cleaning my house today to get ready for surgery to keep me focused on recovery. I'm in the dog days of summer in South Texas, where we hide inside from the 100+ degrees and get cabin fever .

Many thanks.

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