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Large GGO. What to do?

Lung Health | Last Active: Jul 16, 2023 | Replies (10)

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@carolof3

If anyone is still following this, I had my follow-up appointment withe the pulmonologist. I received the same information again. Since nothing is growing or spreading, they determine that it is safe to stay in there. The radiologist suggested another 1 year follow up, but the pulmonologist stated that since I had breast cancer, I will probably have a CT every year, when usually they stop after 3-5 years.

I am to contact them if I have symptoms that are not acute like a cold or pneumonia, but linger for a long time. Due to my feelings of shortness of breath on mild inclines that I walk on every day, I am going to have a baseline breathing test.

That's it! I do feel better that I don't have to have a biopsy right now and I can go on vacation and enjoy another year without worrying about it. I really worked myself into a tizzy about having that CT scan because your life can change in one moment. That was my fear.

Thank you again for your calming words. I am settled with the fact that I can relax for a year.

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@carolof3, Thats great news! Wishing you well and hoping that this next year is everything you want it to be. Live life, it's so special!

Well done you! Yes I have been a silent follower. You had excellent advise from others, and so glad this helped you.
It is perfectly okay to feel overwhelmed at times as we navigate through these journeys. Getting excellent advice and gaining a plan of thought follow up is key to peace of mind.
You have researched well. Knowledge is power.
Take best care of yourself, and enjoy life knowing you have a medically solid plan of care in place.

Being informed is important...that is what they mean when they tell you to be your own advocate in healthcare. Dr Google should be to find information from CREDIBLE resources...like well-known research institutions. I read those radiologist reports, then googled all the terms and acted to get myself immediate quality treatment for lung cancer.