Tuesday, April 20, 2010

How long did your loved one survive with non-small cell lung cancer

How long did your loved one survive with non-small cell lung cancer?
My mother was recently diagnosed and for a time, they thought it could possibly be operable, but we found out that it was not. She is not on air or anything and only found out because she had an x-ray at the dermotologist. She hasn't been told her stage yet, but as far as I know so far, it is still considered "early." How long did your love one live and what was their stage?
Cancer - 2 Answers
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There is a lot I could talk to you about this, but in the end you and your mother will have to make your own decisions. First of all - I just want to say that everyone has cancer cells and our bodies can attack and get rid of them, without our ever knowing. There are also many false cancer diagnoses. The problem with knowing is that now your mother has to make some major decisions that could very well make her life horribly miserable. This is JUST my opinion, based on what my father went through. He lived 1 1/2 years after diagnosis, and there is no doubt in my mind that the chemo and radiation killed him. Would the cancer have? We'll never know, but they found the cancer when he had pneumonia. Could that have cured itself through major changes in diet and supplementation? We'll never know. My advice to you is to read all you can on alternative medicine. Find the site www.NaturalNews.com and read everything they have to say there, concerning cancer and nutrition. Get Suzanne Somer's new book called 'Knockout' and read about curing cancer without the harsh effects of chemotherapy and radiation. Educate yourself AS MUCH as you can on your options. Read all you can and weigh out your decisions, based on knowledge She will make the decision she will, and it's not up to me to sway her decisions - either way. I just believe it's important to research ALL the facts before making hasty decisions. Also, if you can, get more than one doctor's opinion.
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My father was diagnosed similarly to your mother, while being investigated for another problem. Unlike your mom, though, it was already at stage IV, in the bones, lungs, and widespread. My father lived for a full two years after diagnosis. He was treated thru the Siteman Cancer Center in St. Louis and underwent clinical trials after standard methods failed. He passed away in 2005. The experimental medicines he received are now proven effective, and that was five years ago. Imagine how much better treatment is now! I know you're frightened, but information is your best friend right now, if you know how to look for it and not let yourself be overwhelmed and frightened by the multitude of information. Remember, your mom's oncologist will have experience and have faith. Second opinions do not offend physicians at all; they encourage them. Everyone wants the best for your mom, so take heart in that. My best to you!

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Friday, April 16, 2010

Can working at a fastfood restuarant like Wendy's cause lung cancer

Can working at a fastfood restuarant like Wendy's cause lung cancer?
I don't have lung cancer. I hope I never do and i symphasize with families that lose loved ones and those who have to suffer the long road to recovery or not... I recently had a showing on a cat-scan a 5mm nodule last March and ever since i have been so paranoid... But yet it didn't show up in a x-ray.. I'm just hoping for the best and may god find a cure for cancer!
Fast Food - 2 Answers
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No, not really. To file a lung cancer claim against them you'd have to prove, beyond a reasonable doubt, that you were constantly exposed to lung-cancer-causing carcinogens, like asbestos or second-hand-smoke, and you weren't, so, no. Good luck!... â˜º
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Not likely. It can cause other issues, though. And, if there is something wrong being done about the air in a particular store, then lung cancer can come into play. Just as Asbestos in the ceiling can cause problems with the lungs...if the particular store has that issue. Not a Wendy's thing, though.

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Monday, April 12, 2010

my grandad has just been diagnosed with lung cancer, what is his chance of survival

my grandad has just been diagnosed with lung cancer, what is his chance of survival?
my grandad is 75 a week on monday and he got diagnosed yesterday. what are his chances of survival? and if there is no chance, how long do we have left with him?
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not long
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Depends on type of cancer, oat cell vs small cell, the stage he is in, his overall health, what treatments he is willing and able to take etc. Too many variables but this is a terminal illness.
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sorry to say but he wont have to long a few months at best he doesnt stand much chance o getting threw cancer at that age but there is always a chance but im afraid he wont have to long
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Ok, ok,ok....before everyone gives this man an automatic death sentence, know what you are talking about first. First, it depends on the type of cancer, then the stage. Staging is another way of stating wether the cancer is in one spot only, where the spot is, and if it has spread to the lymph nodes or other organs. Some cancers are fast growing and some are slow. This plays a big part in choosing what type of chemo is used. Or if it's operable,or if radiation can be used. SOme times 1 is used or others use a combination of surgery, chemo, or radiation. And not in this particular order. SOme cancers are surgically removed. Others, surgery can not be preformed, but, radiation or chemo is used instead. It's very complex and it is always different for everyone. Some people survive for another 8 years or so after diagnosis. Others, it happens very quickly. The best thing to do is talk with your grandpa and find out what his doctors are telling him what his options are. Do not give up hope. Cancer treatment has come a long way. And they are finding out differents to treat it with good results. I know this to be true. I went through this with my dad. Believe me, your grandpa may repsond favorably to his treatment and go into what we call remission where the cancer is contained. If it can be contained, patients can go on an live their lives. Unfortunatley, it does sometimes come back. And then, you start the whole process over again. The point I'm trying to make here is.....just because he has this diagnosis, does not mean he is going to die right away. You don't know that yet and neither do these other people on this board. Good luck and I wish you and your grandpa the best in these tough times.
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Don't wrap him in cotton wool - let him live whatever length of life he has to the full. My Dad had Ca Bronchus and his one regret was that he'd left it too late to visit Thailand and see the orchids. His Doc is the one to tell you the probable prognosis.
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it all depends. his oncologist probably told him because if it was in a late stage he would only have a few monthes left...so because he hasnt (due to ur question) im sure he has awhile left. it just depends on his overall health besides cancer and if he exercises daily...it also depends if he was a smoker...just talk to his oncologist and i am very sorry he has cancer =[ i have a ton of family history of cancer in my family and its a terrible thing to watch just spend as much time w him as possible !

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