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DiscussionAnyone taking Tagrisso for Lung Cancer?
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@codym, oncologists are divided on this issue of discontinuing Tagrisso. I've been on it for over four years and have a friend who has been on it for over seven. Our oncologists both feel that as long as it's working, they will keep using it, which makes sense to me. Why stop a treatment that's working?
If you want to stay current on the latest research, join the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer at iaslc.org. It's the world's most extensive collection of thoracic oncologists, radiologists, etc., and is over 50 years old. You qualify for a free membership as a lung cancer survivor. They have hundreds of educational courses, podcasts, and simulations available online. Plus, once you're on their email list, you'll get announcements of the latest studies describing what's working today. Total disclosure: I'm not only a member but also a patient research advocate and advise researchers on the patient/caregiver/community perspective.
My oncologist and my current plan is to switch to Amivantamab and Lazertinib if and when Tagrisso stops working. You should also know that this is our 3rd plan in the last 3 years, as the lung cancer research community is finally getting enough funding to make regular progress and new discoveries.
So there are two good reasons not to worry! Years ago, I decided I would not live as if I knew the expiration date because that's no way to live. For the most part, I'm able to live my life with no thought of lung cancer at all. I highly recommend it!