Hello! Following an X-ray which showed a collapsed lung after pertussis, I had a CT scan and, totally unexpectedly, I have been told I have cancer in my left lung, liver, lymph nodes, kidneys, adrenal gland and pancreas. I was expecting to discuss treatment of the collapsed lung and nothing else. My partner accompanied me to the appointment and we were just shell-shocked as the list got longer. I was also told it is likely I’ll move straight to chemo once the primary is diagnosed and the focus will be on pain management and managing my symptoms.
Two days after being told this, I had an urgent brain MRI, bronchoscopy and EBUS on the same day. am hoping for the results of what the primary cancer is to come through soon but feeling totally in shock at present. I am on pain medication and trying to come to terms with everything. As I am sure, many of you have experienced, telling my parents, sister, family and friends has been awful and very upsetting. I am female and 53.
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to write this.
