Hello,

My aunt was diagnosed with lung cancer (adenocarcinoma) 8 months ago. As soon as she was diagnosed, she had radiotherapy and chemotherapy. After 3 months, the doctors decided to try immunotherapy, but it did not work for her. In the meantime the cancer spread to her spine, into two places. She had radiotherapy to shrink the tumors in her spine too, and now she is having chemotherapy with carboplatin and alimta. She has had three cycles, and will have another three. What happens after these 6 cycles? I know you cannot say for sure, but is it true that chemotherapy is too toxic to continue? Is there any kind of maintenance treatment she can undergo? I've heard that if the cancer is metastatic maintenance may be difficult? I would be very greatful for any information.

Thank you,

Kita