ladyc

Hello ladyc. You are not alone. My husband was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer with 4 brain mets about 7 months ago. He received a terminal diagnosis 12/27/13 at the hospital on the day he was admitted for an emergency crainotomy to remove an egg sized tumor that was metastasis from a primary 6cm lung tumor. Keep the faith and hang around this group, we've got plenty of help and hope to offer! My husband finished with whole brain radiation, chemo/radiation & follow up chemo treatments that have shrunk the tumors and he is feeling well. Live Each Day. ~Kim

Hi! Hope you are well. How many cycles of chemo are you scheduled for?

Remember, look at everything you're going through as YOUR CHOICE and a PATH to HEALING. You have to see chemo is not being done to you, it's being done to the cancer inside you. I'm a two time testicular cancer survivor, and I KNOW how tough chemo is. It's great you have a port. Ask them if they can hydrate your chemo in any way to help limit the effects of neuropathy (nerve damage). Chemo goes after the nerves. And ask about preventative and numbing mouthwash to anticipate the effects of sores in your mouth. When I was deep into chemo popsicles were a salvation. And if someone you know has marijuana, use it to increase your ability to taste, and it will help you sleep--if someone can bake marijuana butter into cookies--wow, will that help! Hang tough, look around you, decorate your chemo area with pictures. Ask others what they're eating. You're not alone!

Ladyc,
You are most welcome. Cisplatin is pretty tuff with the nausea, but with the anti nausea medicine that is available, it is doable. Be sure you drink LOTS of water when you have chemo so you don't damage your kidneys, etc. Your probably know that already.

Neupogen and Neulasta shots are amazing how fast they can bring the neutrophils up. It was really like magic how that works - From being super low to having chemo the next day. Ask your oncologist about taking a Claritin tablet for bone pain after having the Neulasta shot. It really does help.

Sorry you will be having chemo (round 2), so close to Christmas. You probably will not be feeling super well, but you are doing what you must to fight the cancer. Hopefully you can get some rest and enjoy a nice quiet Chirstmas. Do be careful about staying away from sick people and their germs, you do not want to end up in the hospital.

Best wishes to you, and Happy Holidays (the best that you can).

Hey LadyC, just wanted to check on you and see how chemo went? Thinking about you and praying all went well.

Hope chemo went well and you're doing well today. I did chemo in 2012 and will start a new (stronger) chemo on 12/26. Even though the first round went well I'm still a bit weak in the knees about the up coming chemo. You just never know what will happen. Good luck.

Wishing you all the strength you need to go through you journey!
Although at times it may be difficult, stay positive!!!

It is now Monday night and the first chemo is behind you...I pray it was not nearly as terrifying as you anticipated...I worked with a physician for 9 years (!) after the same diagnosis!! She has battled at times and had to go through chemo and radiation as well as surgery but has beat all the odds...beating the odds happens more and more these days...stay positive, know that you are not alone, and that you have many new friends on this site...sending best wishes and blessings.

Dear LadyC - I wanted to stop by and wish you all of the best as you start your chemotherapy. I can relate to your situation... I had 1 surgery in my life before the cancer related ones I've had this year. I'd been perfectly healthy and always stayed far away from the medical scene except for my annual lady parts check-up. Any how, it's really hard to do, and it really SUCKS, but it is doable!! I'll be thinking about you! Hang in there!

I wish I'd seen this yesterday. LadyC, I was so terrified of my Ovarian Cancer Stage IV surgery...the entire process. When I figured out the diagnosis...I lay back and silently screamed out for our Lord to help me. I told him I was terrified, I asked Him to help me, I asked him to lead me to where he wanted me to be..... really picturing in my mind, that it would be home to Him. INSTANTLY my fear was gone...He had grabbed my hand that quickly. The next two years were busy, exhausting and wonderful...Realizing how God works for health and happiness. I'll be praying for you today and be looking for a post that all is well with you. Oh yes.... ON January 25th it will be 8 years I've been cancer free. Praise God.

Lady C. I had 8 rounds of chemo and it wasn't that bad. I think we are more scared of it because of everything we heard years ago. But the actuality of it, is that they have refined the chemo and it's so much easier. I also looked forward to chemo days. It might have be making me nauseous, but it was also making me well. You are on a positive road to recovery...and that's a good thing. You have to get through the dark to get to the light, but you are on your way. Just take deep breaths and remember you are strong and can do this. I am almost 10 years clean. God bless you!

Ladyc,
There are many here who have walked a similar road and so I know that you are in the best of company. I am an oncology nurse and if you should have any questions please do not hesitate to ask. I hope this finds you well, Carm RN.

Hello and welcome. I also have lung cancer , stage IV and have been taking chemo for over 3 years. If I can answer any questions or help in any way, please let me know. God bless and I say a prayer everyday for all my new found cancer friends.

Good luck with chemo on Monday. I wish you smooth sailing.

Jane

Ladyc...this is a journey no one wants to take but you have come to the right place to find fellow travelers. Having a port in place really saves wear and tear on you veins and permits chemo to be delivered more smoothly. If you have chemo more than one day a week they will leave access in place. …my grand daughter says it is my plug and she asks if I am plugged in! You may find this hard to believe but having a positive attitude can be a great help...even when chemo makes you feel like poop, remember that is it working to kill those cancer cells. Die cancer cells die! Cry when you need to, rage out loud when you want and surround yourself with loved ones! Visit us fellow travelers here whenever you want a shoulder...God bless...Lisa

If you do not mind me asking, were you diagnosed as limited or extensive and how or where was yours found. I don't meant to sound nosy but I am just curious as to where we all are at in this journey.

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