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What tumor size is typical for removing part of the lung?
Lung Cancer | Last Active: Feb 26, 2023 | Replies (9)Comment receiving replies
Thank you! I was able to read @merpreb post it was very helpful. I appreciate that you added my post to the Neuroendocrine Tumors support group as well as people that will be a good source for experiences. I am realizing that I should try and set up another appt to see my scans and be able to ask the questions that I have now. My surgeon was great at explaining things and answering my questions at my appt as well as why he wants to do surgery as soon as he could schedule it in mid to late March.
Thank you again for the information.
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Hi Shella- This is a good choice! To me, if a doctor doesn't want to answer questions then he/she is telling you that you are not a top priority. Thank goodness this isn't the case with you. Doctors who share their experiences and knowledge are gold coins. Don't be afraid to write lists. Prioritize your concerns and write down your answers. Ask for correct spellings if needed. I once had a doctor grab my list and stuff it in his pocket. I demanded it back and walked out.
As patients, I really believe that we need to show respect and listen to our doctor's advice and recommendations. I question anything that I don't understand and research anything that I think I need more information about. In the same vein, doctors need to show respect too.
It sounds as if you have a good rapport and this is so important. It's not unusual to want to remove as much cancer as early as possible when it is diagnosed. Time to get the bad boys out and get on with things!
How are you feeling today?