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now 10 years clear ., last year over 7 mnts had 2 new cancers , right lung,,,,. Now 9 monthes later , another of the same ,what now

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Sterling heights m,mi

Nscc, bu now found cancer cells in the lung fluid 800.cc what do I do now, they say, radiation won'tttttt work this ,time , as I had resec and lobecomy 10 years ago, maybe Chemo and alterttives

October 12, 2024
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A MyLungCancerTeam Member

Tony's right, if it's pleural effusion they can't do surgery or radiation for treatment. There is a procedure where they blow talc into the space to stick the lining to the lung and stop the build up of fluid.

October 13, 2024
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

Get answers. Some doctors don’t answer everything. I read down questions…after reading and reading. Getting the language down.
My Larry had surgery in June, started chemo in July… 4 rounds of chemo, 3 weeks apart. After finding he has a EGFR mutation…. So on to targeted treatment with TAGRISSO. (1 pill a day) Day 3 and all good. He had a ct and everything shrunk, and nothing found in abdomen. So many blood test! Checking his counts. He hasn’t lost his appetite, hasn’t lost weight, very tired, but trouble sleeping.
God bless

October 13, 2024
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

thanks Tony , rerading about ikt is pretty down, same cancer as 10 tears ago and in lung fluid , prognosis makes me weary, but still gonna fight , after all they gave me 5 years an and am over 10 now TU

October 13, 2024
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

Shelli,
I'm sorry to hear that.
It sounds like you have pleural effusion, meaning there is cancer in your Pleura (the sack around your lung). The oncologists should compare it to the type of cancer you had back then. It may be a new cancer. Either way, in your case, pleural effusion calls for procedures to drain the fluid and keep it drained and chemotherapy along with any targeted drugs or immunotherapy that may address your situation, to treat the cancer.

You need to have a deep talk with your oncologist and pulmonologist to get a complete understanding of your situation and choices.

Stay positive!
Tony

October 13, 2024
MyLungCancerTeam

I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Based on my knowledge base, here are some potential options and considerations for your treatment:

1. Chemotherapy: This treatment uses drugs to kill cancer cells and can be effective for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It may be used alone or in combination with other Show Full Answer

I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Based on my knowledge base, here are some potential options and considerations for your treatment:

1. Chemotherapy: This treatment uses drugs to kill cancer cells and can be effective for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It may be used alone or in combination with other treatments.

2. Immunotherapy: This treatment helps your immune system fight cancer. It has shown promise in treating NSCLC, especially in combination with other therapies.

3. Targeted Therapy: These drugs specifically target certain proteins or genes that are involved in the growth and survival of cancer cells. This can be an option depending on the specific characteristics of your cancer.

4. Systemic Therapy: This includes treatments that travel through the bloodstream to reach cancer cells throughout the body. It can be useful when the cancer has spread or cannot be surgically removed.

5. Clinical Trials: Participating in clinical trials can give you access to new and experimental treatments that are not yet widely available.

6. Palliative Care: This focuses on relieving symptoms and improving quality of life. It can be used alongside other treatments to help manage side effects and provide support.

It's important to discuss these options with your oncologist to determine the best course of action based on your specific situation and overall health.

October 12, 2024

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