Lung Cancer Support Group
Lung cancer is a cancer of the lungs characterized by the presence of malignant tumours. Most commonly it is bronchogenic carcinoma (about 90%). Lung cancer is one of the most lethal of cancers worldwide, causing up to 3 million deaths annually. Although lung cancer was previously an illness that affected predominately men, the lung cancer rate for women has been...
Good morning everyone, My 48 year old non-smoking, healthy husband was diagnosed with Stage IV metastatic lung cancer last September. He tried immunotherapy but it didn't work, he just started chemotherapy 3 weeks ago and had a horrible time with hit. Tomorrow we go to NIH to see if they have any research trials for him. He was given about 6 months to a year to live close to 2 months ago. I have been in counseling and it is helpful but very expensive. I have been looking for an online support group of others going through a similar journey so here I am.
First let me say I'm so sorry about your husbands diagnosis. My wife was recently diagnosed with stage four metastatic lung cancer as well and it's been such a whirlwind. Form fine to official diagnosis in two weeks. I can totally relate. It's hard. The hardest thing being a caregiver. You need to be the rock but who's there for you? Confusing. Life altering changes to diet, interaction between us and with my kids. Taking it one day at a time. Is there any one thing you find the hardest? Good luck to you and stay strong!