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Discussion topics

Non-small cell lung cancer

Support for those diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer.

Discussion leaders: Chum, bubbieproven and J-Me

Non-small cell lung cancer - General

Support for those diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer.

Nausea

suziegirl
  • By suziegirl · New reply 1:33 pm
  • 1 reply
  • What is everyone's best remedy for nausea? Medical, alternative, nutritional ...

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Non-small cell lung cancer - Stage I

Support for those diagnosed with Stage I non-small cell lung cancer.

I NEED MY FRIENDS PRAYERS AGAIN

stage1
  • By stage1 · New reply 8:30 am
  • 6 replies
  • The doctors just found 2 lumps in my sisters left breast. They don't know if it is cancer but they said it looked "suspicious". I am so afraid for her. She is very distraught. She is 19 months younger ...

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Non-small cell lung cancer - Stage II

Support for those diagnosed with Stage II non-small cell lung cancer.

H1N1/BRAIN CT SCAN

miracle_b
  • By miracle_b · New reply October 28, 2009
  • 15 replies
  • i jst wanted sum prayers sent my way, i have a ct scan on monday at 9am of my brain i was getting a little worried because for the past few days i've had a bad headache and i know the cancer has a chance ...

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Non-small cell lung cancer - Stage III

Support for those diagnosed with Stage III non-small cell lung cancer.

lung cancer stage 3 B inoperable (adenocarcinoma)

lge
  • By lge · New reply 8:42 am
  • 2 replies
  • I cant get her into another onocologist without insurance every one wants around $500.00+ to even see her. I also had a concern the doctor would not answer all my questions after he said she was inoperable ...

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Non-small cell lung cancer - Stage IV

Support for those diagnosed with Stage IV non-small cell lung cancer.

Anyone enrolled in "veggie" clinical trial?

berlin2
  • By berlin2 · New reply 1:51 pm
  • 9 replies
  • I am curious to know if there is anyone out there who is/was enrolled in the clinical trial entitled: "Effects of Selected Vegetable and Herb Mix on Advanced NSCLC" # NCT00246727. It looks, potentially ...

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Small cell lung cancer

Support for those diagnosed with small cell lung cancer.

Discussion leaders: Ann

PET Scan Results

MikeVeasy
  • By MikeVeasy · New reply 12:27 pm
  • 18 replies
  • I have received the results of my PET scan performed earlier this month. It is clear. Three of the best words I have ever heard!!! Mike ...

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Family members and caregivers

Support for family members and caregivers of those diagnosed with lung cancer.

Discussion leaders: SabineTawni, Chanwit and amymaura

Any News about Haley??

Chi-Dreamer
  • By Chi-Dreamer · New reply 11:31 am
  • 4 replies
  • Has anyone heard anything about Haley? It has been awhile since her mother last post. I tried to google her blog and could not find it. Linda ...

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Treatment options

Information on current treatment options and emerging treatments, including quality of life issues.

Discussion leaders: Chum

Clinical trials

Niks
  • By Niks · New reply 1:33 pm
  • 6 replies
  • So mother has stage iv lung cancer. With matastises in a couple of areas. She has been told she is eligible for a clinical trial. I want to make the right with her. Do we go with the typical three drug ...

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Good news

Post good news here - from good scans to celebrations such as weddings and anniversaries.

Discussion leaders: bubbieproven and Barb

Praise God!

cierrad111
  • By cierrad111 · New reply 11:53 am
  • 5 replies
  • My Dad's PET scan results came back yesterday...They cannot find the spot on his lung...ITS GONE!!!! However, the spot on his throat is still there...no bigger no smaller...SO THAT'S GOOD NEWS...his cell ...

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What, me worry?

Support for those concerned with upcoming scans, pain management, medication response, family issues.

Discussion leaders: Barb and SabineTawni

NCI responsed to my funding question

Barb267
  • By Barb267 · New reply 1:50 pm
  • 4 replies
  • I had e-mail back and and forth with NCI and I think that someone finally took the time to formulate an answer that would shut me up. I put my last e-mail then theirs. It's long. > Sent: Friday, October ...

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Survivor stories

Share your story and be inspired by the stories of others.

Discussion leaders: Barb and bubbieproven

I'm no longer an air head

Toddy
  • By Toddy · New reply 12:24 pm
  • 23 replies
  • Just a little update. I went to see my neurosurgeon last Monday. He had a CT done and all the air that had accumulated in my cranial cavity had been reabsorbed. Then he checked the brain shunt and it ...

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Nutrition

Share information about nutrition and supplements here.

Discussion leaders: amymaura

Question regarding sugar

kkwv
  • By kkwv · New reply November 3, 2009
  • 25 replies
  • I know that sugar is a no-no. However, is it just refined sugar? What about organic sugar/organic cane juice? I know most doctors say you can eat anything, but I'm not operating on that premise. Thanks ...

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Lung cancer in the news

Found an interesting article about lung cancer that you think others might like? Post it here.

Discussion leaders: LC_News

Breast, Lung and Pancreatic cancer survivor story.

gijacklin
  • By gijacklin · New reply 11:39 am
  • 3 replies
  • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzlwNc6ra lA ...

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Help desk

Have a question about using the site? An idea for making it better? Post here and let us know how we can help.

does anyone know where to get a natural hair wig that is inexpensive

pjbubbles47
  • By pjbubbles47 · New reply November 2, 2009
  • 10 replies
  • i am going to start my radiation and chemo next week and im looking into real hair wigs any cheap places even through the web. it would be greatly appreciate it....when i had the breast cancer i wore ...

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Help from Lung Cancer Alliance

Fundraising and awareness

Upcoming events
Visit Lung Cancer Alliance to learn about upcoming fundraising and awareness events.

Need financial help?

Cancer Care Co-Pay Assist Program
Medication co-pay assistance for non-small cell lung cancer.

Patient Access Network Foundation
Medication co-pay assistance for non-small cell lung cancer.

Partnership for Prescription Assistance
Prescription drug assistance programs for uninsured/underinsured.

The Cancer Financial Assistance Coalition
Searchable database of both medical and non-medical financial assistance (both national and regional) all over the US.

Patient Advocate Foundation
State-by-state information on various assistance, including transportation, utilities, and other products and services.

Need legal / insurance help?

The Cancer Legal Resource Center
Assistance with employment issues, medical leave, insurance, estate planning, advanced directives, patients' rights, and other legal issues.

Patient Advocate Foundation
Assistance with insurance and employment related issues.

Need emotional support?

Lung Cancer Alliance
Find a support group or learn how to get connected with a Phone Buddy here!

Want to find clinical trials?

Lung Cancer Alliance Clinical Trials Matching Service
Search for trials and talk to a specialist who can help you find appropriate trials for you.

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