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Tisme
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Hi everyone.

I can't believe I'm writing on here, I was told today I have a very high probability of having lung cancer. I have an echocardiogram and advanced lung function clinic appointment on Tuesday, a PET scan on Wednesday and an appointment with the consultant to discuss treatment options next Friday.

To be honest, my heads in a bit of a whirl, and I go from 'nope, not happening' to 'OMG its really happening' every 10 minutes or so. I don't know what to think or what to expect. I just wanted to write it all down to see if it feels any more real. 

Thanks for letting me ramble 

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  • Welcome to the forum Tisme although I'm really sorry to hear you may have lung cancer.

    I know this must be very scary, and stressful, but I'm glad you've reached out to us as so many of our members will understand the thoughts and feelings you are contending with so you are not alone, and I'm sure some of them will stop by soon to offer their support and advice.

    I hope writing things down has helped but if you'd like to talk any of this through with one of our cancer nurses, you can contact them on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m. They're very insightful and will do all they can to support you and answer any questions you may have at this time.

    We're here for you Tisme and wishing you all the best for next week.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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  • Welcome to the forum Tisme although I'm really sorry to hear you may have lung cancer.

    I know this must be very scary, and stressful, but I'm glad you've reached out to us as so many of our members will understand the thoughts and feelings you are contending with so you are not alone, and I'm sure some of them will stop by soon to offer their support and advice.

    I hope writing things down has helped but if you'd like to talk any of this through with one of our cancer nurses, you can contact them on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m. They're very insightful and will do all they can to support you and answer any questions you may have at this time.

    We're here for you Tisme and wishing you all the best for next week.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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