@loula- Good afternoon and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. I know just how you feel! Unfortunately, until you have an idea of what your next steps are things will seem very confusing and scary. For right now use whatever resources that you have used during very tense times in the past: breathing exercises, walks, exercise, books, movies even medicines.

A consult is an appointment, usually with a specialist, like a pulmonologist, to see what the steps will be next. It will tell you what tests you will need and what you can expect in the near future. You might be confused about the terminology that is associated with lung cancer. Don't let that scare you right now. If you don't know a term make sure to ask the specialist to write it down for you. AND, take one step at a time, one breath at a time.

I know this is a kick in the stomach and I do want to reassure you that the fear will lessen as you go through your journey. I will be right here for you to walk with you if that will make you feel better.

What brought you to get a picture of your chest?

Merry