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Newly diagnosed with lung cancer
Lung Cancer | Last Active: Sep 27, 2023 | Replies (51)Comment receiving replies
Welcome, diana5. I'm sorry for your recent diagnosis. It's quite a scare. Isn't it, even if it's been way back in your subconscious? It's different from regular, old-fashioned, and sometimes is referred to as a syndrome rather than a true cancer.
One thing that makes it different is that many people are cured of it by having it completely removed.
There is a group dedicated to just this.
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/carcinoid-tumor-diagnosis/
I'm sure others with carcinoids can help you.
What have you decided to do?
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Hi Merry, Thank you for your suggestion to follow the group.
As to what I have decided, I am going through some tests (full pulmonary breathing test, CT with contrast, need approval from my primary doctor, as well as cardiologist, and a complete blood test). If everything looks good, and everyone gives approval, then I’m looking at removal of the lower left nodule mid September. Still have questions as to and how we will monitor the other nodules. Will I need to see an oncologist, etc. Definitely scared, but hoping for the best!