After lung cancer surgery having further treatment will depend on the type, and stage of lung cancer, and if a person has any other health conditions that may affect them having further treatment .
If the cancer was found at an early stage and has been completely removed, some people need no further treatment.
You can read more about how lung cancer may be treated on our website.
The best thing to do is ask the specialist team what the next steps are. They are better placed to advise on this as they are familiar with all the medical details. If there is a specialist lung nurse (CNS) involved then perhaps they can provide further information. You often have to call and leave them a message and they will get back to you.
I hope this is of some use. Give us a ring if you would like to talk anything over. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.
My father had lung cancer diagnosis a few years ago he was 54 , he was staged at 3a , he had a right middle lobectomy and lymphadenectomy, the size of it was about 22mm.
There were also some smaller masses on his left lung in the upper lobe which have increased on subsequent scans and lower right lobe, the surgeon felt that he would not be able to tolerate another surgery , he has had no other treatment just the operation to remove the biggest mass.
He also has severe asthma and COPD and some other issues.
Have you recently had an operation or are you just wondering if there is any other treatment after one ?
I have been diagnosed with, I have had scans etc I have to go and have a pet scan on Monday then I meet the surgeon as they want to take it out, they can’t do a biopsy as it’s in a difficult place. I have already had breast cancer will be 4 years ago in February 27 I am just wondering if they do radiation or chemo after but I suppose it depends on individuals. Won’t find out if it’s a secondary or new primary until it’s out and tested. Feeling nervous about the op and the after effects I’m 54 and this is my second time. I’ve been very calm so far just angry at cancer! I have moderate emphysema too so worry is increased about the operation risk. My nodule is 18mm. Hope you’re dad is doing well now and thank you for responding x
