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Anyone out there living with stage 4 lung cancer?
Lung Cancer | Last Active: Sep 24, 2023 | Replies (143)Comment receiving replies
@jannad, Good morning!, stage IV lung cancer is a cruel diagnosis, having a targetable gene mutation does help. Obviously each case is unique, but many respond well to the targeted therapies. I’m hoping that you do too!, only time will tell. It sounds like you are in good hands, take care, get rid of that pluera and you’ll start feeling better!
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Thank you, I received news during my infusion on Monday that I have the EGRF mutation and after two more infusions and a chest ct scan to see where I am I will be changing to a pill most likely Tagrisso for more targeted therapy. I take this as good news and will prepare myself for a new roller coaster ride. I’ve not had much side effects from the infusion treatments but on Friday will have my 5th thoracentesis and my Onc feels I will probably need at least one more after that. I am doing well other than that and am back to getting some exercise on my elliptical to keep my lungs strong. 😂