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So confused about biopsy of a lung nodule that grew: What's next?
Lung Cancer | Last Active: Dec 6, 2025 | Replies (25)Comment receiving replies
I have stage 1 adenocarcinoma no lymph nodes involved. I go for a pet scan on the 17 th and than will get radiation therapy for 5 days in a row. She gave me the option of surgery or radiation but said the surgery is very painful and a long recovery period, So between her and I, I am going to do radiation, I will need follow up visits etc and I also have a 9 mm in my left lung which will be watched also. I have no idea what the radiation is like, any side effects or anything else. I will see a radiology oncologist. I see my hematologist/oncologist on Tues I want his opinion, Any feedback will be appreciated.
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@indalee1959 I have been following your posts....and I could relate to the panic you felt, as I felt the same way. The word cancer it'self is enough to send you into a tailspin. Due to my age (74 at the time,) and past smoking (quit 9 years ago,) I did not qualify for surgery. It sounds like you may be getting the same treatment as I did. SBRT radiation treatment for five days. First I went to the radioligist to be mapped out for treatments. The Treatment was nothing more than feeling like I was getting a pet scan, each time. Nothing to it, and I really had no side effects for quite some time. I developed some neuropathy in my legs and my feet, cleared up after a few weeks of physical therapy. Right now I am dealing with a couple fractured ribs. I read that it is common with SBRT radiation treatments. I also have osteoporosis, so it is taking me some time to heal. The five treatments killed the cancer!
So I can't complain to much about the side effects. You should do just fine. God Bless
@indalee1959 what size is the stage 1 adenocarcinoma? So glad no lymph nodes are involved! How did your doctor determine that?
@indalee1959, to help you prepare for your upcoming appointment with the radiation oncologist, you might be interested in this related discussion:
- Information on SBRT radiation treatment: What's your experience?https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/information-on-sbrt-radiation-treatment/
This article from Mayo Clinic explains more about what to expect.
- Radiation therapy https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/radiation-therapy/about/pac-20385162
Have you started a list of questions for the doctor?
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@indalee1959 I'm sure that wasn't the news you were hoping for, but I'm thankful the nodules were found early. I think your plan to talk to your hematologist oncologist and consider your treatment options in the context of your leukemia (treatment) is wise. I'm a big fan of second opinions and seeing the best doctor(s) that you can. I haven't had surgical or radiation treatment, so I'll let others weigh in on that.