Feeling Hopeless...Back in November of 2014, when I was diagnosed with stage IIIB non-small cell lung cancer, I felt like there was no hope. I didn’t know much about lung cancer...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Challenge Like No Other...It may be fair to say when diagnosed with lung cancer, and as a smoker or former smoker, it may be expected to have some tall tale signs of future...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Active 3 days agoManaging scan anxiety...I walk, get out in nature. I remind myself if there is progression my oncologist has a plan. If there is progression it’s been there before the days scan. Remind...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCoping
Active 3 days agoScanxiety...I do deep breathing and visualization when I receive scans and MRIs. I am a beautiful horse, free and running in a beautiful valley, surrounded by mountains, waterfall, and hardwood...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesScans & Scanxiety
Active 3 days agoUnderstanding the Significance of Cancer Ribbon Colors and Supporting Awareness Efforts...Cancer ribbons are a powerful symbol of support and awareness for individuals affected by various types of cancer. Each color represents a different type of cancer, and understanding these colors...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesAdvocacyAwareness
Decisions About My Treatments...My fellow lung cancer survivors have asked me if I make decisions on my treatment. I would say "yes and no", but my husband is also involved in making decisions...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Active 4 days agoJoin us in remembering Alisa Brenes ...In celebration of Alisa's life, her vibrant spirit, and her steadfast dedication to lung cancer advocacy, we invite you to share your cherished memories on our memory wall....Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesAdvocacyCopingAwareness
Coping With Scanxiety in Lung Cancer...Anxiety is a common feeling among people with cancer and cancer survivors. In fact, about half of cancer survivors deal with ongoing anxiety. Some people have so much anxiety that...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
To My New Friends...Over the last ten years I have prided myself in being as helpful as I can to those newly diagnosed. I have been called, texted, tagged etc. asking for me...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Living Fully After a Lung Cancer Diagnosis...A lung cancer diagnosis can feel like a sentence, but for me, it became a wake-up call to live differently. Faced with the possibility of limited time, I chose to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Scanxiety...I can’t say I really have scanxiety. I was diagnosed in April 2023. I have a type of lung cancer that is a result of a genetic mutation, my cancer...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBiomarkers/Genetic MutationsScans & ScanxietyDiet & Nutrition
Understanding treatment and stage of NSCLC...I currently am being treated for a reoccurrence of lung cancer after 10 years. This time in my right lung and inoperable due to removal of lower left 10 years...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosis
Trying not to think about upcoming PET Scan...Last year I was diagnosed with Small Cell Lung Cancer. I got through needed treatment and was put on the Limited Stage - with getting Cat and MRI scans I...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingDiagnosisScans & Scanxiety
How do I handle scanxiety? ...Music, spending time with me kids. Not checking my email or app 10 million times....Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
LungCancer.net Awareness Month: The Weight of Scanxiety...November is Lung Cancer Awareness month and this year we are focusing on The Weight of Scanxiety. From waiting for test results to coping with uncertainty, scanxiety is a heavy...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Lung Cancer Awareness Month 2024 Giveaway...November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and we want to give back to our community with something that brings a little extra comfort. We’re giving away a cozy, queen-sized weighted...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
FeaturedActive yesterdayLung Cancer Awareness Month 2024: Scanxiety, Follow-up appointments, and more. ...November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. We are using this month to raise awareness about lung cancer and foster conversations within our community about coping with this type of cancer...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
My Experience With Chemo...I began chemotherapy on December 10, 2014, and it lasted for about a month. My oncologist said I was one of her most fit patients, as I tolerated chemo quite...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Becoming Your Own Advocate...Navigating a new diagnosis can be overwhelming and confusing, not to mention time-consuming and occasionally frustrating. However, this is a vital step, especially after a new diagnosis. Don’t be afraid...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments