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Sheryl80
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Hi everyone

I don't know where to start. I am 38 and have just been diagnosed with incurable Lung Cancer. This is the second time I have had cancer. I beat Cervical Cancer in 2010 so was shocked when they told me I won't beat this. I am so completly lost. My husband it being incredible but I am just a complete mess. I have been told I may have to wait 2-3 weeks for an oncologist appointment to work out what treatment they will give to try to prolong my life. I feel like I have been left - it didn't happen like this the last time I had cancer.....I saw an oncologist straight away. I am so unimaginably scared - death is my only fear and I am not sure I can deal with any of this. I want to live I don't want to die. I just wanted some advise from anyone who has or is going through this. It sounds selfish but why me.

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    Hello Sheryl80,

    I am so sorry to hear you have been diagnosed with cancer a second time and that this time it has affected your lungs. I can completely understand you are feeling so lost at the moment after hearing the news. I am glad your husband is being very supportive it is very important to surround yourself with people like him who are there for you at the moment.

    It is a shame you are having to wait so long for the appointment with your oncologist - is there any way you could ask to be seen earlier if there is for example a cancellation?

    I hope you will meet others here who are dealing with a similar diagnosis. I did a little search for you on our forum and found that another member [@Chapchat]‍ posted a few months ago to share the same fears as you following an incurable lung cancer diagnosis. You can read [@Chapchat]‍ 's story here  and respond if you wish. I hope you can find comfort in talking to others who understand how you are feeling at the moment. Our nurses are also available on this free number 0808 800 4040 - their line is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm so don't hesitate to ring them at any time.

    Best wishes during this difficult time,

    Lucie, Cancer Chat Moderator

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