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They have found stage 4 lung cancer in me.possible bone cancer.radiation was rough.now starts chemo.what I'm I looking at as pain coming up?

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Charlotte, NC
November 29, 2024
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Hi Don I was diagnosed in May 2024 with stage 4 NSCLC in rt lung, liver and ribs. I did 4 rounds of chemo. It wasn't as bad as I had feared. There was alot of nausea. They will give you medication to help with that. I threw a few times but not the 1st round. Some diarrhea and stomach cramps. Little appetite so I drank a lot of ensure shakes. There's alot of fatigue but it's slowly getting better. The good news is my tumors are shrinking and I'm also taking a targeted medication tagrisso. Best of luck!

November 29, 2024
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Thank you so much

November 29, 2024
MyLungCancerTeam

I'm sorry to hear about your diagnosis. Here’s what you might expect regarding pain and its management during your treatment:

Potential Pain Sources
- Bone or Joint Pain: Common in stage 4 lung cancer, especially if it has spread to the bones.
- Chest Pain: Can be due to the cancer itself or treatments.
- Nerve Problems: Show Full Answer

I'm sorry to hear about your diagnosis. Here’s what you might expect regarding pain and its management during your treatment:

Potential Pain Sources:
- Bone or Joint Pain: Common in stage 4 lung cancer, especially if it has spread to the bones.
- Chest Pain: Can be due to the cancer itself or treatments.
- Nerve Problems: Such as weakness, numbness, or dizziness.

Pain Management Options:
- Palliative Treatments: Focus on relieving symptoms and improving quality of life.
- Opioids: For managing severe pain.
- Radiation Therapy: Can help reduce pain in specific areas.
- Metal Implants: To strengthen bones weakened by cancer.

Additional Symptoms:
- Changes in Voice: Hoarseness.
- Trouble Swallowing.
- Headaches.
- Swelling in Face or Arms.

It's important to discuss your symptoms and pain management options with your healthcare team to tailor the best approach for you.

November 29, 2024

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