@minnie528 — Your friend’s been through a lot, and it’s completely fair to want clearer answers and better relief. I can tell you that I have a team of specialists addressing all of my different issues.

Get a fresh set of eyes. A quick second opinion can bring new ideas and peace of mind. Ask for it to be fast-tracked so momentum isn’t lost.

Leg pain and tingling. This can happen after big surgeries. Ask her team to loop in a nerve/pain specialist and physical therapy. There are meds and exercises that can calm nerve pain and help legs feel steadier. If one leg suddenly swells, warms, or turns red, call right away.

Burning when peeing / not feeling the urge. Catheters can irritate things. A simple check with a bladder specialist can sort out what’s going on and maybe fix it, but at least she'll know. I had issues after my brain surgery and still do as the Urologist said the only "solution" is painful and has a low chance of success, so I opted out.

Skin torn by the chest-tube bandage. That’s awful—and sadly not unheard of. A wound-care nurse can switch to gentler dressings, ease the pain, and help the skin heal with less scarring.

Ongoing chest/side soreness. Nerve pain after lung surgery is common. A pain clinic and PT can make a big difference with the right mix of creams, meds, and targeted exercises.

Ask her oncologist to quarterback the referrals and give a short written summary of what happened and what’s next. Most of these issues are solvable with the right helpers—and getting them on board can turn the corner from “stuck” to “getting better.”

Please tell your friend we’re pulling for her. One step at a time, with the right support from people like you, can make things can feel lighter.