I too am at Mayo (2 years since diagnosis), and do PET scan and see RadOnc second week Jan. Ablation was mentioned last time...it is mentioned in article. May be a better choice for me. I too will have an interesting discussion! I will be interested in what they tell you.
Are you multifocal lung cancer? You mentioned radiation in both lungs...therefore multiple nodules. But were they considered metastasis or independent tumors?
Here is some more prep for you! I always like to define things:
What are interstitial diseases of the lungs?
Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is an umbrella term used for a large group of diseases that cause scarring (fibrosis) of the lungs. The scarring causes stiffness in the lungs which makes it difficult to breathe and get oxygen to the bloodstream. Lung damage from ILDs is often irreversible and gets worse over time
hat is the difference between ILD and PF?
There are more than 200 types of interstitial lung diseases (ILD), which are characterized by varied amounts of inflammation, scarring, or both, that damage the ability of the lung to absorb oxygen from the air. Pulmonary fibrosis (PF) means scarring of the lung and can be seen in many types of ILD.
What is another name for interstitial lung disease?
Interstitial lung disease (diffused parenchymal diseases) are a heterogeneous group of disorders characterized by fibrosis (scarring) of the lungs. These are classified on the basis of histopathological, radiologic and clinical parameters.Jul 31, 2023
What is the most common cause of interstitial lung disease?
Interstitial lung disease can be caused by long-term exposure to hazardous materials, such as asbestos. Some types of autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, also can cause interstitial lung disease. In some cases, however, the causes remain unknown. Once lung scarring occurs, it's generally irreversible.Apr 25, 2023
hat are the 4 types of ILD?
The ILD is differentiated into four categories: lung-only (or native parenchymal) disorders, systemic disease-related disorders, exposure-related disorders, and vascular disorders (Table 2).Mar 21, 2022
Medicines
1. Bronchodilators can relax the muscles around your airways. This helps open your airways and makes breathing easier. ...
2. Corticosteroids can help treat inflammation in your lungs. You may take these with an inhaler or as a pill. ...
3. Antifibrotics (nintedanib and pirfenidone) can help slow down lung damage.
Mar 24, 2022
What are the 3 C's of interstitial lung disease?
Interstitial lung diseases classically produce the "3Cs": cough, clubbing of the nails, and coarse crackles on auscultation 6.Oct 25, 2023