After dealing with 'monitoring' a lump they said wasn't cancer (after biopsies) for over 2 years, my pulmonologist's assistant 'felt' that I needed to see a surgeon - who sent me for more biopsies. Turns out it was cancer after all - or so they say. I'm scheduled for surgery March 18th. I took care of some business so that my husband wouldn't have to and made pre-arrangements at the Funeral Home. I don't see anything wrong about that. However, I fully intend to recover and won't live in dread or fear. But, I'm 67 - and ready to go when my time's up, but my goal is to live to the fullest every day that I'm given. (It may be different for younger patients.) Just be encouraged that you're alive and life is generally good. Be good to people you love and do good things that you're proud of. Do what makes you happy and live your life. It's too short to spend it in fear. All the best to you.