Hi Emily,
My strength after the lobectomy was slow at the beginning. My surgery was September 20, 2023, and I’m back at exercising at least 2 miles in the treadmill in 1/2 hr. When I finish I’m a little short of breath, but ok. I considered myself an active person, but I have noticed I’m a little bit slower these days. I am not in oxygen, nor do I need an oncologist, or any additional treatments, since the carcinoid tumors had not spread, which I’m grateful for. The time between my biopsy and surgery was about one month, since I needed lab work, additional PETCT scan to ensure no surprises, and oxygen level testing. I only stayed overnight after the surgery, and had my follow-up appointment within 10 days after the surgery. Surgery was performed at St. Francis Hospital, Hartford, CT by Dr. Kachala. He is wonderful, attentive to your needs, compassionate, with a vast experience in robotic surgery (which is the way I went), willing to spend as much time with you as you need. St. Francis hospital staff is also fantastic! I will have CT scans every 6 months at the beginning to ensure everything is ok inside, and to monitor the other nodules on my right lung. My next appointment is in March 2024.
I am so grateful for this forum that Mayo Clinic offers because I am able to hear from others, their journey, and the opportunity to ask additional questions of symptoms we have.
Best of luck to you!