Anyone out there living with stage 4 lung cancer?

As my Tagrisso didnt work for me (so disappointing I have now started on a chemo regiment of Pemtrexed and Carboplantin. Had my first infusion 2 weeks ago.
So far no side effects other than forcing myself to eat as i really dont have an appetite. Lots of smoothies, which seem to work well.
Has anyone else been on this combo of Chemo Drugs?
Was wondering if I was going to get away with no side effects with next round of infusions?

My husband was able to sip protein drinks. He prefers Pure Protein vanilla.

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Hi @lindasimmonsihatecan. Dealing with this diagnosis can be so difficult. Is he nauseated or just has no interest in eating? There are medications for each issue. Have you consulted with his oncologist or nurse? Many people recommend protein shakes in order to get high levels of nutrients. When I was first diagnosed (stage IV, mets to the liver too. 4.5 years ago), I would eat a bite or two, and then I just couldn't bring myself to eat any more. I only wanted vanilla ice cream shakes. What type of treatment is he currently having?

My husband was diagnosed in October 2024 with lung cancer also spread to his liver ….his appetite is in the tank presently….any suggestions

My husband is stage 4 cancer with metastasis to the liver . He just will not eat ….any suggestions

I was diagnosed September 2022 with stage 4 nsc lung cancer. I went through standard chemotherapy, immunotherapy and am currently in a trial of targeted therapy since August 2023. I feel well, just tired in the afternoons. 2024 was a really good year for me. Unfortunately now I have some clots in my lungs. The remedy is twice a day enoxaparin shots for 30 days. I think it’s a form of heparin. Once over the shock of that news I’m grateful they were found early on the c t scan. I keep wondering why this lung cancer occurred. Keep up the hope. Hugs

I was diagnosed in November and have had 2 rounds (3 a week) so far. Another 2 rounds (spaced out every 3 weeks), coming in 2 weeks. It’s small cell carcenoma stage 4.

So glad to hear your on the mend and enjoying life.
Cheers

Thanks for your response. Stage 3 in March. Stage 4 in June. It began about 5cm x 5cm. In June it had spread to other lung and chest lymph nodes but not out of chest. My doctor then gave me a very bleak outcome. Soon thereafter he added Cyramza and I slowly got better. 3 weeks ago the PET total body scan showed no sign of cancer. I am now doing activities I did a year ago. Have tried to maintain a healthy diet and keep away from sugar. I live in the tropics and drink fresh lime juice. I have gotten so much support from friends. Bottom line I think the Cyramza did it. But I believe everything worked. 2024 was crazy but we must always strive for hope. I sincerely hope your treatment went well today.