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Hi all

I am seeing the lung surgeon on Wednesday for the first time, any questions that I should ask.? I will be asking types of surgery, recovery, operation length, risks, possible side effects and about CPAP as I have severe Obstructive apnea.

Any suggestions, things you wish you'd asked?

Thanks

Sandra

  • Hi Sandra, 

    I can see from your post that you're seeing your lung surgeon for the first time today.

    I'm not sure what time your appointment is but I just wanted to wish you good luck and give you our cancer nurses telephone number as they may be able to help you with this, so if you have time before your appointment do give them a call on 0808 800 4040. Their phone lines are open Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    Hopefully some of our members who have had lung surgery will offer their thoughts and advice to you soon as well.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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    The Roy Castle website has a very informative booklet called "My lung surgery" which I would recommend downloading.

    I found the contents most helpful when preparing to meet my surgeon. 

    Hope it helps you prepare for your first meeting and that the operation goes well and that you recover well.

    Sharon 

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