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I never smoked and was diagnosed stage IV nsc lung cancer September, 2022. Am 70 years old. I am disappointed my pcp ignored my cough for the past few years and didn’t investigate. A different pcp was concerned about my 3 month long pneumonia diagnosis and sent me for further screening. Why isn’t there more screening or awareness for non smokers?
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Agreed! Lung cancer kills more people than any other cancer, yet as a never smoker I would never have been screened. I can get a mammogram or colonoscopy without even contacting my doctor. Why aren’t we screening everyone for lung cancer?
I was diagnosed at 49 years old, stage IV, March 2020. Terminal. Earlier diagnosis may have allowed for a cure. There are more and more stories like ours everyday.