Hi - I want to reply to your message but will do it privately. Two tumors were found during an Xray in 1992 and after the surgery I had cisplatin and vp16 as my chemo protocol. I was told it was nsclc and that it was unstaged. Slowly my emhysema and COPD became more severe over the years. Now I have had 2 more instances of tumors and received radiation. Why don't you talk with your doctor about radiation protocol. They can do wonders for you.
I also found a teaching hospital that was known for treating lung cancer and put myself in their hands and I'm still here. Please, at least, go for a second opinion and show your parents this message. I am 70 years old and the docs feel that I'm worth treating.
I'm still don't know what stage I'm in but like to think that it's just a stage of life. My prayers are with you and your family.
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