Hi Linda,You have me at a disadvantage. Although I had a lobectomy for lung cancer some 2 1/2 years ago, and have been an interested participant in the Mayo Clinic Connect group in the past, I have not been part of any recent conversations. Furthermore, when I did have my lobectomy, which was done using the VATS procedure, the pain was very minimal during my hospital stay and has been basically non-existent ever since. There is an area of my rib-cage that has some numbness, which is probably a permanent condition. But, fortunately for me, there is no pain. So I'm not sure whether you contacted me in error, or whether you have a record of something I've discussed within Connect in the past, but am now failing to recall.Alvin

Dear Alvinw: Can you tell I'm a newby on Connect? I've been reading a lot of interesting cancer journeys and yours struck a nerve of understanding. It sound like you are doing well, if I may say so? I am always happy to hear about how surgeries have advanced along with all of the medical miracles often as a result of our brilliant Mayo doctors and their teams. Thank you fir your reply. The Lung Health and Lung Cancer site was just launched a few days ago, and I'm excited that people have a place to Connect. Perhaps you can check in time to time and share how & what you are doing.? You are an inspiration! Have a great evening. All my best,Linda