NSCLC - Stage 1 - Lobectomy

Hi everyone,

Yesterday was the day. Went in and got the results - very chaotic, train cancelled, found a cab, got to the hospital only 10 mins late after having phoned ahead. No dr. Saw a junior man, very uncomfortable with giving the bad news.

Biopsy results = cancer confirmed. Not a candidate for immunotherapy. They can only offer me surgery. I’m still reeling from the shock of the announcement. Somehow right up to the last minute I thought I was going to be ok.

Losing 25% of your lung capacity while still under 60 is a scary thing. Can anyone weigh in after a lobectomy and let me know how they are doing? Did any of you decline surgery, and choose radiotherapy instead?

#Fearful

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  • Hello Britething

    im a 59 yr old female 

    I too had right upper lobectomy 7yrs ago. It is a scary thing to go through but you will get all the support and help from the medical team looking after you. 
    positivity is the key. 
    I used a “V “ pillow after surgery to aid sleep and comfort when sitting and a small soft cushion against my chest to support me when coughing

    i I had a further lung  surgery, left side  lingulectomy 2 years ago and I’m still ok regards breathing and fitness 

    everything in moderation and listen to your body  I’m sure you will be fine after your surgery so please don’t be afraid and just listen to your body

    i wish you a speedy recovery xx

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  • Hello Britething

    im a 59 yr old female 

    I too had right upper lobectomy 7yrs ago. It is a scary thing to go through but you will get all the support and help from the medical team looking after you. 
    positivity is the key. 
    I used a “V “ pillow after surgery to aid sleep and comfort when sitting and a small soft cushion against my chest to support me when coughing

    i I had a further lung  surgery, left side  lingulectomy 2 years ago and I’m still ok regards breathing and fitness 

    everything in moderation and listen to your body  I’m sure you will be fine after your surgery so please don’t be afraid and just listen to your body

    i wish you a speedy recovery xx

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