PushbackDo you get pushback from your doctor when questioning a new procedure or medication? No one wants to be disregarded, so how do you attempt the conversation for further clarity...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesAdvocacyCopingHealthcare Team
Anyone have deteriorating ribs from lung cancer?Has anyone had to deal with their ribs deteriorating from lung cancer? How do you deal with the pain? Were you able to get them repaired? When I had insurance...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCoping
Mood and SeasonsHow have the different seasons affected your mood with your diagnosis? Do you find yourself more depressed in the colder months? Are you invigorated in Spring? Wondering :)...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCopingDepressionWeather
SignsWhat have been some of the signs you've experienced upon your diagnosis? How have you coped, or have you?...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesAwarenessCopingSide Effects
I have severe pain over my right lung tumorThe oncologist said that the radiation has consolidated around tumor. Why do I have such severe pain over tumor?...Reactions0reactionsComments12 repliesCopingSide Effects
Family SupportHow has your family supported you through your lung cancer journey? Are there ways they could better support you?...Reactions0reactionsComments26 repliesCopingSupport
Feeling lost and scaredNov 29th 2023 I went to doc for a swallow lymph node I got when I was sick off and on for 3 months. She tells me she's concerned the...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesCopingDiagnosisNewly Diagnosed
Decompressing NewsI know many people's stress sensors automatically go to 10 and negative news from a doctor visit doesn't help. Have you found tactics to help decompress the current situation? Raising...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesCopingDepressionTips & Advice
FeaturedSelf-care and Lung CancerWhat is your approach to self-care as someone with lung cancer or caring for someone with lung cancer?...Reactions0reactionsComments11 repliesCopingMental HealthTips & Advice
Explaining to ChildrenI was a grown woman when my mother was diagnosed with lung cancer. My sibling was younger or a young adult. I don't think he processed it clearly as everything...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesAwarenessCopingDiagnosis