Latest Lung Cancer Squamous Cell discussions http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/cancers/lung-cancer/lung-cancer-squamous-cell/1,0,119,3,56.htm Thu, 21 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT Thu, 21 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss RSS.NET: http://www.rssdotnet.com/ HI my mum has just been told that she has stage 4 non small cell lung cancer and has only 9 months to live. She has been offered chemo/radiotherpery. Which should she have first. she is in good health at the moment.The Doctor who told her just blinded her with science(I was there too...)She's not sure what to do any advice/helpthanks http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,27038,0.htm sloughj Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT I have a very rare condition called respiratory papilloma. I have been battling it since the age of 2. I just found out in April that the papilloma are in my lungs. I found out in June that it is squamous cell carcinoma. It is considered Stage IV because I have one large tumor in my upper right lobe and small ones in my middle and lower lobes. I am supposed to start chemo in about a week after I get my power port Monday. I am really hoping to find others that may have my condition to discuss treatment since the condition is so rare and is likely what lead to the cancer development (papilloma is a virus that causes warty tumors to grow out of control....there are over several types...I have the type that grows in the airway). At this point, the doctors say they will just have to try some different methods and see what works. I hope there is someone out there. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,26622,0.htm survivorinlife Wed, 30 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT Hi,My Mom is receiving Cisplatin as one of her treatments for Non-Small Squamous Cell Lung Cancer. She is currently experiencing some side effects like buzzing in her head and legs. She is having troubke standing on her feet for that reason. Her dr. said that it's a side effect of Cisplatin. Anyone ever experienced the same thing? http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,26346,0.htm KeepStrong Tue, 22 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT My wife has squqmous non small cell cancer in one lung that has not spread but is inoperable. After 2 rounds of Chemo and Radiation that seemed to accomplish very little, we started alternate therapy about 2 months ago. The alternate therapy seems to be shrinking her tumor.She is currently taking artemisinin, graviola, flaxseed oil, ellagic acid,garlic, vitamin D3, coral calcium, cessium, selenium, and pomegranite juice. We are about to order Protocel. Does anybody know if any of these vitamins or supplements she is taking will conflict with the Protocel? http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,25801,0.htm chozan Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT I would like to know if anyone has had proton treatment for metastatic squamous cell lung cancer. There are only a few hospitals in the US that offer this treatment (Calif. & Texas for two), but over 40,000 patients have had this quick (5-minute), non-evasive (no side-effects) and very successful treatment for cancers that have not metastisized. I wonder if this treatment would be equally successful for squamous cell cancers that have metastized. I would like to hear from you. Here's a website to check out.http://www.mdanderson.org/care_centers/radiationonco/ptc/dIn Virginia   http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,25689,0.htm Calico Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT Luckily my cancer is a stage 1B.  I'm not a candidate for surgery or chemo so I'm doing 10 rounds of radiation.  I consider myself so lucky that it was found so early.  Actually they found it by accident during a CAT for something else. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,24896,0.htm pattiM Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT Hi, I have NSCLC in upper left lobe.  3.5 cm mass. The 29th of May I am having surgery to remove the upper left lobe.  Can anyone who has had this surgery previously tell me what to expect?ThanksBill http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,24311,0.htm ncbill Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT Hello, I'm new to this board and am looking for support.  3 months ago I was diagnosed with severe squamus cell dysplasia and had a second biopsy last week and this time it is non small cell carcinoma.I haven't seen an oncologist yet.  I still don't even know what stage I'm in or anything.  I'm pretty rattled but not as much as most I'd say, as I also have Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension, which is under control right now and Scleroderma which is in remission.  So the diagnosis of yet a 3rd terminal disease didn't rock me as much as it could have.  I can't do chemo due to my enlarged right heart and the PAH, radiation doesn't seem an alternative either due to the lung damage from the Scleroderma.I've been looking in to natural treatments or clinicals that lean that way and just haven't found anything yet.  I just wanted to drop in to say hi and get to know you all. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,21642,0.htm pattiM Tue, 04 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT Was diagnosed with none small cell cancer on 31st Dec 07 after numerous tests and Broncoscopy & Mediastinoscopy, MRI, PET. CT scan I have been scheduled for surgery on 14th March know will be painful any tips to speed recovery.  I am also a Diabetic on Insulin & Oral Medication and this can delay recovery.  Tips please   http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,21446,0.htm toothlessvenus Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT My husband Tom was just diagnosed with stage IIIA or IV squamous cell non small cell lung cancer. Tom developed a bad cough about 4 months ago and was treated for pneumonia. The cough was not going away so they decided to do chest x-ray and found a mass. That was on 1/14/08. The next week was followed by a CT scan, Bronchoscopy and a PET scan. He was diagnosed on 1/29/08. Tom started Chemo on 2/11/08 which is exactly 4 weeks from when they discovered the mass. Tom has a history of cancer in his family so for him it does not look good. His father was 66 when he died from lung cancer, his sister Donna was in her 50’s when breast cancer took her and his sister Marion died just 3 years ago from throat cancer. He is handling it like a trooper and I am trying to stay positive with all the advances in medicine. The last 4 years has been one health issue after the other and he bounces back every time. He has survived quadruple heart bypass surgery and an abdominal aortic aneurysm repair. In April the mass was not there when they did prep for the AAA repair and in that small amount of time the mass has grown to 7cm with a questionable spot on the liver. They cannot biopsy the liver without risk of collapsing his lung so we are in a waiting game. If the liver spot shrinks or grows with the next couple of treatments then they will know it is a metastasis and not a possible cyst. The last couple of days have been rough on him as he is coughing so much he cannot catch his breath and is having trouble sleeping. He sees the pulmonologist on Monday for breathing treatments and I hope that helps him. He is just getting worn down. Tom has always been active so it hurts me to see him like this. He is still working through all of this as he will not give up untill he literally can't move which is good and bad because he does need to rest so he can beat this.To all who are sick or caring for a loved one who is sick please stay strong and remember to take time for yourself so we can be there for those who need us.Denise http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,21204,0.htm Flyman35 Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT Hello,Can anyone give me some idea of what the life expectancy is for Stage 3B Non Small Cell Cancer is.   My father has had Chemo and Radiation treatments this past year.  He completed both treatments.  Then he was hospitalized with Congestive Heart Failure.  He had surgery on the Pericardial Sac which was full of fluid, and they put a window in the Sac so it will not ever fill up again.   His last 4 CAT/Petscans came out good.  The doctor said he can't say that he still has cancer and can't say that he does not have cancer.   If someone could give me a range of month, years or days, it would be helpful in order to plan ahead for his directives to be done.  (He would not do them at one time, but I think if I have more information, I can somehow gently convince him that it is necessary for everyone to fill out the directives) no matter if ill or not.Thank you in advance for any information you can give me.  Thomas      http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,20325,0.htm Pie01 Fri, 25 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT Is anyone now taking the treatment Avastin and oral pill Tarceva? Do you know how long this ususally helps? http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,19983,0.htm RealatorGirl Tue, 22 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT Hello,My husband was diagnosed with NSCLC in July 07.The diagnoses was Metastatoc Lung Cancer. He had 8 chemo treatments and is now on Avastin and Tarceva. He has been doing well. The cancer is in his lungs, liver and lymph nodes. He is terminal. His Dr. wanted him to go on disability but he said no. He is still working. He has to work for us to have insurance. My dad was diagnosed with lung cancer (NSCLC) in Sept. 07. He had surgery and was doing well for 3 days. He started getting real short of breath and couldn't breath.He coded out  and they brought him back. He was on a vent. for 40 days. We finally had to make the decision to take him offf. We never expected Dad to have anything wrong with him., He made a garden this summer and was very active.  He lasted about 9 weeks.Anyway, I wanted to know if anyone else was on the Avastin/Tarceva treatment and how are you doing? If not, do you know someone that is on the treatment?Thanks,RealtoGirl http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,19974,0.htm RealatorGirl Mon, 21 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT Hi everybody:I am new to the message board but have been reading the inspiring letters that are posted. My reason for writing is: I will be scheduling a time for lung surgery. This will involve removal of the entire left lung. This because the tumor was located in the bronchial tube just at the entrance to the left lung. I have gone through seventeen chemo sessions and the result was the complete obliteration of the tumor. However all three doctors have said that it was not entirely cured and that surgery was the best alternative for a cure. Now at this point in time I would like to hear from someone who has gone through this so that I may get pointers on what to expect and what to do and not do. I am truly lucky to have a supportive family and a great group of friends. I must say this web site is a great source of inspiration and supportThank You so much Charlie  http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,19958,0.htm Chaskit Mon, 21 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT Hello,I had my entire right lung removed 8 years ago and have suffered withpain ever since.  I had 6 weeks of radiation which has contributed tothe issue.  I have done massage, chiropractor, and have now startednerve blocks.  They are suggesting a permanent nerve block for 6nerves in my back but I'm not sure about this decision.  Does anyonehave any experience with this?  I've been on several drugs for neuropathicpain and just got on a new one called Lyrica which seems to be working.I would prefer to go a more natural route rather than taking more meds.but don't know if it's possible.Also, does anyone have a good nutrition program for building up our immune systems?     http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,19889,0.htm Connie A. Sat, 19 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT Please let me know what does it means: Classification pTNM: T2NOMX http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,19801,0.htm Carlos5947 Wed, 16 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT My husband left this earth and went to eternity on November 10,2007. It took me some time to come to this site. It was a two year battle. We tried everything we where told from natural medicine to chemo and radiation. My prayer tonight is for all of you who are currently suffering from lung cancer. That you would be healed of your sickness if the Lord wills.My husband wanted to live he was 51. He left behind two boys ages 15 and 18. Its so hard I miss  him so much. God bless you and be still and know that God is in control he has a plan for our lives. Love Patti Anoceto http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,19661,0.htm Patti a Sat, 12 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT My sister has already gone through the chemo, for her lung. She can't have anymore until July. She started in Feb. 2007., and the Doctors decided to be aggressive, because she had this last chance. She's stage IV. She is going to start an experimental program, but I couldn't live with myself if she got a placebo. All she ever wanted in her life is a chance.John Flynn http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,18552,0.htm weed123 Sun, 02 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT Hi, my father had a 1.5 cm squamous cell Stage 1 cancer removed with a lobectomy in April of the upper right part of the lung.  He went for his first check up in August.  The xray appeared clear and the doctor was very happy with his quick recovery.  He has now gone for another xray in November and the doctor and spotted a "fullness in the hylem of the middle lung".  My father also has moderate COPD and has a cough with shortness of breath, which could be the result of having the surgery.  He was a smoker for 50 years and is 76 years old.  The doctor is ordering a CATS scan.  What could this now be?  Could it be the cancer reaccurring somewhere else or could it be pnemonia or just nothing? http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,18288,0.htm Juicy Sat, 24 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT My mother n law's urine is now a dark brown color with a foul smell. Does this mean anything from the Cancer.  Right now she is going through radiation which she has not handled well. I'm just curious as we donot go back to the Oncolog until after she is finished with her radiation treatment. If she stays on track without missing a day she should be completed the day before thanksgiving. My husband wants to get me out of the house for a weekend for a break since his mother has been living with us since March. I was all for the weekend getaway until I seen her urnine. My instint tells me not to go away. Until we are completely finished with treatments etc....  Just wondering if anyone has experenced this. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,17897,0.htm Patty47 Mon, 12 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT Hello  I am a daughter in law to a wonderful woman, who we just found out had stage III Squamous cell cancer. We were told she may have 6 months. And hospice will be helping us. She is 83 years old, and also have Congestive heart failure,  pulmonary fibrosis, pulmonary edema, and anemic.  She has alot going against her. But I am writing, for help, any suggestions, etc. Thank you,Stephanie  http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,17682,0.htm helping Sun, 04 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT Update on Mother in law which was diagnosed in Jan 2007 with 111b lung cancer, they started her on  6months of chemo(Carboplatin & Navelbin) then added Avastin only after 3 rounds she got very ill put in hosiptal for 2 weeks with severe pain mainly in knees,hips an back. they ran MRI, CT, bone scan all came back clear they could not understand why she had such pain. She was on oxy, apatch for pain (don't remember name) after being home for 1 week she is pain free, however the Oncologist decided she would only recieve Avastin but when she went in for treatment he had changed his mind an said she is done with chemo. He says we are fighting a ghost since her tumor was removed with surgery but had 6 out of 9 nodes cancer positive.  Only explanation was he thought she had, had enough. But she started Radiation this week. My question she is 71 not in the best of health no excerise period, she is weak nausea all the time dosent eat much at all which she has no appeitte. She started at 159lbs an now down to 116lbs.  Her cough is horrible but no blood or mucus showing up. If a person can't handle chemo do they normally handle radiation better? The Oncologist is very vague they really don't tell you anything an that frustrates me to no end. From the time she moved in with my husband an me she has gone down hill. If she can't handle radiation then what do they do next? He had also mentioned putting her on a form of chemo pill however he changed his mind on that also. Just lost need help an answers or just a better understanding of the process.... Because believe me it's not clear. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,16996,0.htm Patty47 Thu, 11 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT Hello,I am trying to find Tarceva for my father, but Tarceva is not available in Turkey. What can we do, how can we get this Med to him? I appreciate all you can tell me..Sincerely,Hakan  http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,16560,0.htm hmk1973 Thu, 27 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT Hallo ,  I need some insight here. My mom was Dx w/ lung Ca. in 1/07 , The CA was found because it caused a pneumonia. Now my mom has been through Chemo and Rad. so today she got her f/u Ct scan. The scan showed no changes in the size of the tumor however the Dr. said it "might " be scar tissue from the pneumonia? And they will do a PET in 4 wks to see more ".clearly". Can someone please tell me if this "scar" tissue is possible. Any thing will help. Thank YouPamela http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,16459,0.htm maitreya22 Mon, 24 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT My father has been diagnosed with squamous cell lung cancer. It has spread to two of his lymph nodes and to one adrenal gland. They have recommended radiation of the lung to minimize the size and help with symptoms. After radiation they want to start him on chemo. The doctors say that surgery is useless because it has spread and already is in the bloodstream. My question is if they did surgery to rid his body of the tumors and then did chemo to help kill off the rest of the cancer that is spreading would that not be helpful and make the surgery not useless. Even if the chemo does not kill off the cancer that is still spreading through the bloodstream and it attaches to another organ I feel that it would take a while to grow in size to where it would be causing him symptoms like with the lung. They say that surgery would take away 2 months of his 12 that are left, but I feel the surgery would add to his 12 months if succesful even if it is a small percentage of hope. I feel the doctors are just going with the averages that surgery in stage 4 is needless. http://www.cancercompass.com/message-board/message/all,14556,0.htm CureCancer Sat, 21 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT