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8 mm lung nodule possible malignancy: What should I do?

Posted by js @jstarkman, Jan 18, 2024

I had a CT scan and they found a nodule which has grown to 8 mm from 6 mm 12 months ago. The report says "slowly growing malignancy cannot be excluded". My doctor (GP) recommends another CT in 3 months but I am concerned that this approach is not aggressive enough. It has clearly changed from 6 mm to 8 mm.
What do I do?
Should I be seeing an oncologist now?
Should something more aggressive me done?

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shannynicksen | @shannynicksen | 3 hours ago
In reply to @lala56 "@shannynicksen I'm sorry to hear this. I understand the shock. It brought me back when I..." + (show)
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@shannynicksen I'm sorry to hear this. I understand the shock. It brought me back when I got that call from my Dr that they saw a suspicious mass on my routine chest Xray. Shocked, total disbelief, felt time just stopped for me . It's important to have a good family and friends support to help navigate the journey ahead. Knowing what the plan helped me out. I read up on my illness and have written questions for my team at each appointments. Its best to go your appointments with a trusted person as it is overwhelming and its good to have someone else there listening to the discussions. I prayed a lot and have conversations with God about giving me the courage and strength for what's ahead. Wish you all the best and you are not alone on this. Take care.

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