Issue on Recent CT Scan

[DenaliBlues]

Thanks for sharing the verdict@Reciprocity. Damn, I know this was not the news you were hoping for. And, as someone who’s gone thru radiation, I’m sorry that you’ll have to go through that. But it’s great news that the tumor is small and localized. The outcomes for lung cancer that is treated early are really good. It also sounds like you’ve got a great attitude and a lot of support. That cancer doesn’t stand a chance. Go kick some butt! 

[Minnie Mouse]

I'm so very sorry about your diagnosis.  And yes, I'm confident you will beat this.  Stage 1 (no spread to lymph nodes) and less than half an inch nodule size which was caught early due to your annual LDCT scan is very reassuring for a great outcome. 

 

The phrase "lit up like a Christmas tree" is very common here in the USA when describing a PET scan result.  I'm surprised the Pulmonologist didn't refer you to an Oncologist for decision making but I will assume that is just the way it is handled in Canada.  Hopefully you will be given a pulmonary function test to determine your lung health prior to the start of treatment.  

 

I wish you peace in your journey as you travel this well worn very doable path to total healing.  

[GonSo]

Not the outcome you hoped to receive. Glad it is detected early, small and still local. Reason for an optimistic approach.

 

Doctors and communication; often an issue...

 

 

[Cbdave]

Gday

Not happy you have a cancer….

But I’m happy that it has been found early enough to make treatment more probable to have you in full remission.

Radiation has come in leaps and bounds over the last 20 years. The programs and algorithms that aim them is so good. 
Im not wishing you luck cause you don’t need it. Your on a winner.

 

[SD2026]

i'm sorry it's not the outcome you/we all hoped for @Reciprocity It is good it has been detected early and you have a positive attitude to fight this although I'm sure it's still a shock for you, maybe it hasn't sunk in yet but you are strong enough to fight it. 

 

Thank you for updating us.

[QuittingGirl]

So sorry about that Reci, but the good thing is that its caught early and it's small.  You can definitely beat this as many other people have as well!  We will all keep positive thoughts for you!! When is your first threatment?

[Doreensfree]

Aww Reci this sucks 

Not the result we all wanted for you 

But on the good side it does sound positive 

Its small and contained 

You are strong and with a positive attitude , you’ll wack  this thing 

Sending love  Dear Friend

[Reciprocity]

4 hours ago, QuittingGirl said:

So sorry about that Reci, but the good thing is that its caught early and it's small.  You can definitely beat this as many other people have as well!  We will all keep positive thoughts for you!! When is your first threatment?

Don't know yet as my case will be transferred to an Oncology Doctor somewhere within our Regional Healtcare system. I should hear from someone fairly soo I expect. I hope the treatments will be at my local hospital but I may have to travel to another in the Region of Niagara depending on the workloads at various hospitals I suppose.

 

Hope to know more next week possibly, whenever they get it sorted out as to where I'm going for treatment.

[johnny5]

I'm sorry to hear this, Reci, but having it detected early and in such a small size is a positive.  I'm cofident you will fight through this.

[catlover]

Hi Reci, I’m also Sorry to hear this news, but glad it’s caught early. Hoping treatment will start real soon, and recovery is swift.

take care.

[Reciprocity]

Thanks for all your well wishes my friends; I appreciate the support very much as I prepare to fight this diagnosis. I'm of the same mind as all of you that it's been caught early and is pretty small so with todays technology, I'm confident I'll beat it 

 

I'll employ some of the same mental strategies that I did when I quit smoking ... One day at a time; don't look too far ahead. Slow & steady will get me there

[Nancy]

14 hours ago, Reciprocity said:

Thanks for all your well wishes my friends; I appreciate the support very much as I prepare to fight this diagnosis. I'm of the same mind as all of you that it's been caught early and is pretty small so with todays technology, I'm confident I'll beat it 

 

I'll employ some of the same mental strategies that I did when I quit smoking ... One day at a time; don't look too far ahead. Slow & steady will get me there

Your positive attitude and our thoughts and prayers will carry you through this, Reci!  You will beat this!

[Minnie Mouse]

[Stewbum]

Reci.

As everyone has already piped in thank goodness you were vigilant with your annual tests and were able to catch this early. Keeping positive and as you said a day at a time. Yes the technology has come a long way and with your attitude I have no doubt you will do well and beat this thing.