Lung Cancer Didn’t Win; I Won!...I was diagnosed with lung cancer back in 2014, and through this journey, I was afraid of lung cancer winning. Then I realized I needed to live today, this moment... By Juanita Segura3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Active 4 days agoThe Likelihood...How likely will you share your diagnosis with friends and possibly neighbors? Are you an open book when it comes to what is happening with your health and do you...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesCopingFriends & FamilySupport
Finger Clubbing and Lung Cancer...A change in the appearance of the fingernails or toenails can be a sign of serious illness. One such change is called clubbing. Clubbing can be a sign that something... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesCoping
Active yesterdayStarting Over...After a lung cancer diagnosis, the trials and tribulations may vary. How have you put the pieces together in starting over in this new journey? Have you made amends with...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesCopingDiagnosisSurvivorship
Active 2 days agoHave you experienced hearing loss from chemotherapy?...Hearing loss is a rare side effect from chemotherapy, but it can happen. If you are not very familiar with this rare side effect, you can read more here: https://lungcancer.net/?p=16754...Reactions 0 reactions Comments13 repliesTreatmentSymptoms
The Chemo and Hearing Loss Connection...Chemotherapy (chemo) can be a life-saving treatment, but it also can come with serious side effects. Hearing loss is a potential side effect of some chemo drugs, most commonly platinum-based... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Travel Necessities with Lung Cancer...Are you hesitant to travel with your condition? Do you cover the best ways to go about travel with your doctor? Here are 3 necessaries to think about when traveling:...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesAwarenessTips & AdviceTravel
Difference in Opinions...One thing is for sure when facing any health condition, especially lung cancer, is that everyone has an opinion. Sometimes, opinions are warranted, and sometimes, they feel like rubbish. It... By Yolanda Brunson-Sarrabo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Nodule size right lung...Hi I was told I had a 7 mm nodule at the time that they found it after i complained of chest pain via coughing. I went to the GO...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Finding Hope With Lung Cancer...Whether you have been on the journey for a while or just starting out on this unknown path. Hearing that you have cancer of any kind comes as a shock... By Ashley Rickles3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My Travel Goals While Prioritizing Treatment...In September of last year, I traveled to the ancient cities of Rome and Pisa, Italy. The nine-hour flight on each way and going through three busy international airports took... By Lalaine Alfaro2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Lung Cancer Alteration of ALK Gene...Little did I know that we were all born with the ALK (anaplastic lymphoma kinase) gene, but mine had an alteration. At diagnosis, I underwent a needle biopsy to get... By Lalaine Alfaro2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
My Survivorship Comes With Longstanding Side Effects...Another year of facing my side effects head-on for my survival. I agree that being a survivor is personal. One size fits all does not exist when it comes to... By Lalaine Alfaro2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Asking the Right Questions...Do you find yourself in limbo on which questions make sense to ask with a lung cancer diagnosis? It can depend on what stage you may be on your journey...Reactions 0 reactions Comments12 repliesAdvocacyDiagnosisHealthcare Team
The Importance of Proactive Health Management...To get through the complicated process of having lung cancer, its best to be responsible about managing your health. When you have lung cancer, it's very important to stay on... By Diane Spry2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Recent Family Visit From Mexico...A few years ago, my half-sister, niece, and great-niece visited me from Mexico. I was so happy because I hadn’t seen them in over 20 years and had never met... By Juanita Segura3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Holiday...Hi alli have lung cancer and copd and emphysema. I’d like to no if anyone has traveled anywhere on their own ? As not having a lot of lung capacity...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
How do you show support for fellow cancer patients?...Everyone prefers being supported differently. When venting to someone about a particular challenge you're facing with lung cancer, how do you prefer for someone to react? Silence? Or advice? Share...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Connections...Sometimes, the walk in lung cancer brings about a certain level of fear and uncertainty. There may be a magnitude of positive experiences along the way, and part of them... By Yolanda Brunson-Sarrabo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
