my dad was diagnosed last week with stage 4 nsclc, this has been such a roller coaster week, his surgeon who had the initial pet scan done, told us 6-8 mo, we met the oncologist yesterday and he said that is a valid assessment if no treatment is done. my dad plans to have chemo/radiation..the oncologist stated that could extended his life 3-5 years, so that made us feel a little better. but i still left the office feeling void, empty, with no answers, i guess there aren't any real answers. his chemo is taxol/carboplatinum..any experience with these, advice, side effects..i just feel so confused..i found this web site and hope i can connect with others, for support, advice..this is my second posting..i cant find the first one! not sure where it went...thats been my week! totally loopy!