Living with lung cancer - Introduce yourself & come say hi

Welcome to the Lung Cancer group on Mayo Clinic Connect.
This is a welcoming, safe place where you can meet people living with lung cancer or caring for someone with lung cancer. Let's learn from each other and share stories about living well with cancer, coping with the challenges and offering tips.

I'm Colleen, and I'm the moderator of this group, and Community Director of Connect. Chances are you'll to be greeted by volunteer patient Mentors and fellow members when you post to this group. Learn more about Moderators and Mentors on Connect.

We look forward to welcoming you and introducing you to other members. Feel free to browse the topics or start a new one.
Let's chat. Why not start by introducing yourself?

Interested in more discussions like this? Go to the Lung Cancer Support Group.

Dear Nancy,
My condolences to you. You have suffered a huge loss!!! Being I’ll yourself is another challenge. Sending you a loving hug. Penny

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Thank you, it's all in slow motion time. We will be having a celebration of life for him soon. I'm just really tired, but am hoping that wil change some soon. Nancy

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@shortshot80

Thank you, it's all in slow motion time. We will be having a celebration of life for him soon. I'm just really tired, but am hoping that wil change some soon. Nancy

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So sorry for your loss, Nancy. I can imagine that you must feel like you are moving in slow motion and just putting one foot in front of the other. So many things to think about wrapped up in many emotions. I hope you are surrounded by family. Sending you a virtual hug. Colleen

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@shortshot80

Thank you, it's all in slow motion time. We will be having a celebration of life for him soon. I'm just really tired, but am hoping that wil change some soon. Nancy

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So sorry Nancy. Be kind and patient with yourself. Take care.

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@shortshot80

Hello Teresa, (shortshot80 here. It has been quite a month. Next chemo Immune therapy on Monday. May 7. This last week has been tough, My hubby of 67 years passed away yesterday age 90. Will be a tough time for a while.. More later. Nancy)

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Hello, @shortshot80 -- I've not yet had the opportunity to meet you, but I noted you said you lost your husband of 67 years. I am terribly sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.

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Dearest Nancy
It is never easy no matter how we try to prepare for this kind of loss. There are no words that can fill
the emotional loss and pain we feel when this happens. I am sorry.

You will continue to be in my prayers asking for the heavens to give you strength. I will send you silent blessings. Remember to look up to the sky and know that when the sun shines you are loved and not alone.
Many cyber hugs,
linda

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I am 70 with autoimmune disease. Two weeks ago I received the diagnosis of a R lower lobe lesion. Have interviewed with the Surgeon and surgery will be scheduled for next week. Waiting to hear when. I’m very anxious.

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@marylou705

I am 70 with autoimmune disease. Two weeks ago I received the diagnosis of a R lower lobe lesion. Have interviewed with the Surgeon and surgery will be scheduled for next week. Waiting to hear when. I’m very anxious.

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Hi @marylou705, I'm sorry to hear about the recent, new diagnosis of lung cancer. I can imagine you are anxious. I read in an earlier message that next week's appointment with the surgeon is for a biopsy. This is part of the diagnosis and staging process. With the biopsy and the other tests you've had the pathologist and your cancer care team will determine what type and stage of lung cancer you have. This information will determine what treatment options are best for you.

You're not alone in this journey Marylou. Please ask any questions you might have. Waiting is the hardest part and I'm sure you have lots of questions.

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@marylou705

I am 70 with autoimmune disease. Two weeks ago I received the diagnosis of a R lower lobe lesion. Have interviewed with the Surgeon and surgery will be scheduled for next week. Waiting to hear when. I’m very anxious.

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My husband has lung cancer (well, there's still some questions about the exact type of cancer) but it's in his lung. He also has COPD and had the lung biopsy and came through with flying colors. I was very concerned because it's very scary...but it wasn't painful, is pretty quick and recovery was minimal for him. He was high risk due to his COPD and breathing issues, but it was all pretty easy. I hope you'll find the same with the biopsy. It's always just so worrisome to find you have cancer. I have also had breast cancer twice and it's all you can think about at first. Stay positive and ask questions so you'll understand what's happening with the tests and diagnosis results and feel in control (because you are, more than you know!) Hugs

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@shortshot80

Thank you, it's all in slow motion time. We will be having a celebration of life for him soon. I'm just really tired, but am hoping that wil change some soon. Nancy

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@shortshot80 Hi Nancy. I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. I pray you have strength to get you through this. Sending you hugs -Terri

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