Dianem

what kind of chemo and how are you feeling did the combintion really make you sick and feel terrible . I would appreciate anything you would like to share with me. Thanks

Hi Diane, I'm a little worried about you after reading your post to ShortStuff about a possible problem. Are you having growth?

Have you done okay on your monthly dose? I can't tell a bit of difference from the biweekly infusions and the monthly ... at least so far. It sure is going to feel good to not have to go back to the doctor for a whole month!!!!!

Diane, i just read that you have been (or were) having a lot of nausea. I hope and pray it wasn't the Opdivo and that you're feeling better now.

I am going to once a month treatments, starting this month. I am both excited and nervous.

I was just reading on another post, that you're on an immunotheraphy drug? How is that working for you? Do you do chemo as well, or just that one drug? Do you have to be on it for a certain amount of time? Im just curious, because I was recently told I will be on one for the rest of my life, and was curious how it works for you? I know it's a different situation, but just curious. :]

Hi! I saw your answer on nivolumab. I have been on it for over a year and also having some major joint issues. Swollen, achy, sharp pains and recently numb toes. Just wondered if we have similar symptoms? Thanks, Sandi

Hello, I am, originally, a Bronx Babe. Please allow me to wish you joy for the year end holidays and many blessiings through the new year. A kiss to each palm and off we go to play ... Im in the South these days ... is it snowing? Better bundle up as Im a crack shot with snowballs.

Hi Mama

My heart goes out to you. I've been in stage 4, originally bowel cancer, for almost 2 years. I'm told I'm terminal. I'm positive and can do almost anything I once did. Here is a poem I wrote when I thought, well death is imminent cancer not. I'm 73

GOING HOME

The days have grown too long for me,
to long for me to bear
My nights bring on discomfort friends
there's no rest anywhere.
The world has changed too much for me,
this body, on loan, has failed
I'm trading it in for a Holy one,
that God that I am saved!
My only regret? Leaving my loved ones,
the thought gives me much pain
Beloveds follow Jesus Christ and we will meet again
Goodbye, Goodbye to all of my friends,
farewell to those I love.
Stand strong with God and love the Lord
I will see you up above.

I. Jackson @2009

Dianem...I too have stage 4 NSCLC with bone mets.
I've been on Tarceva now for 13 mo with a great
response. What trial are you on. Any tumor markers?

Thank you for the positive post! My sister was just diagnosed with stage 4 non small cell lung cancer. Any suggestions are welcome as we begin this journey. Thank you.

Hi dianem, What immunotherapy are you on at Sloans? Is this a clinical trial? We are from NJ and my 18 year old has colon cancer spread to lungs.

Thank you Dianem for the words of encouragement and for reaching out to us (me) and sharing your story. I find, especially now, that the human nature to seek a community of like-minded folks is very strong right now. And then, there you are! God bless you! Mom will have to wait a several more weeks before she knows which study drug she has been randomly selected for. She's anxious because it has been 6 weeks since her last chemotherapy treatment and she's ready to get going. Our faith is in God, and his timing and His plans, though I struggle and wrestle with it daily. I'm so glad to have found this site and plan to bookmark this site for mom on her laptop as she is homebound and needs to talk with others with similar journeys. Take care and we'll be in touch.

Congratulations on your Tumors shrinking. I have been fighting stage IV lung cancer for almost 4 years. You have found a new family that will be here for you to answer questions or just be there to listen. God bless you and be with you through your journey.

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