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.

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

@marylou705 Hi Marylou. I am sorry to hear of your cancer diagnosis. I pray that your surgery and recovery are a success. Are you having your surgery at done at the Mayo?

Thank you for your reply. I’m not having my surgery at Mayo. I live in CO so am going locally. My chest still hurts from when I took a fall two weekends ago. I damaged the cartilage in my sternum and having trouble taking a full breath. I am dizzy due to a stroke about 4 months back. It never rains but it pours!