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November 7, 2024
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A MyLungCancerTeam Member

Yes. I've had some small growth attributed to pseudo progression. It was checked with a PET scan and my uptake decreased showing the tumors are much less active. A CT also showed that some of my lymph tumors are dying from the inside out. Tests can indicate if the growth is true growth or pseudo growth.

November 9, 2024
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

Wow! Were they discovered in a scan? His dr said it’s rare , but his new growth could be that. We definitely hope that it is. They are just being watched for now. In the shoulder area
Thanks for the answer!!

November 11, 2024
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

I have 5 "progressions" under Keytruda, Tecentriq and cyramza.
Tumors growing and new tumor's appearances.
2 interventional radiology.
3 SBRT

November 10, 2024
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

This AI astounds me more everyday. The generated answer for you Kathy was very helpful to me - ive never heard of this phenomenon

November 7, 2024
MyLungCancerTeam

Pseudo-progression can occur during immunotherapy treatments for lung cancer. This phenomenon happens when tumors initially appear to grow before they start to shrink. This can be due to immune cells infiltrating the tumor, causing temporary swelling. It's important to discuss any changes with your husband's oncologist to Show Full Answer

Pseudo-progression can occur during immunotherapy treatments for lung cancer. This phenomenon happens when tumors initially appear to grow before they start to shrink. This can be due to immune cells infiltrating the tumor, causing temporary swelling. It's important to discuss any changes with your husband's oncologist to determine the best course of action.

November 7, 2024

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