Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Why is chemo making everyday movements so hard?

Hello. Radiation was the easiest for me to handle so far. My worst has been the chemo side effects. Anyone else struggling with just regular movements?

How can I treat radiation burns on my chest and neck?

Hi! I'm dealing with rash/burns from radiation. Chest area as I have a Pancoast Tumor,upper right lung. Dr said it's normal around the collar bone,but most of my chest/neck is affected. Any tips on care,and treating this?

Does new lung cancer immunotherapy research give you hope?

I have stage IV non-small cell lung cancer and came across some interesting research from Columbia University. Scientists discovered a new type of cell that helps lung tumors hide from our immune systems. They found special fibroblast cells that recruit regulatory T cells, which normally keep our immune system balanced but end up protecting the cancer instead. What caught my attention is that this research might lead to new treatments that help our immune systems fight lung cancer better. The treatments would still need a lot more development and testing, but it's encouraging to see scientists understanding more about how these tumors work. I'd love to connect with others who have similar diagnoses and hear about your experiences: • Have you participated in any immunotherapy trials or treatments? • What gives you hope when you read about new cancer research? Link: https://www.cuimc.columbia.edu/news/scientists-uncover-hidden-cell-type-shields-lung-cancer

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Scientists Uncover Hidden Cell Type That Shields Lung Cancer

Columbia researchers have discovered a new type of cell that protects lung cancers from attacks by the immune system.

How does my EGFR mutation affect lung cancer treatment?

Understand why your specific EGFR mutation is the key to effective lung cancer treatment. Learn about targeted therapies, inhibitors, and improving survival. https://outcomes4me.com/cancer-topic/non-small-cell-lung-cancer-biomarkers-and-genomic-testing/navigating-the-new-standard-of-care-for-egfr-positive-lung-cancer/

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Navigating the new standard of care for EGFR-positive lung cancer

Understand why your specific EGFR mutation is the key to effective lung cancer treatment. Learn about targeted therapies, inhibitors, and improving survival.

How can I manage Tagrisso side effects like rash and diarrhea?

Living with EGFR lung cancer? Learn practical tips for managing Tagrisso side effects, including skin rash and diarrhea, to stay on track with your treatment. https://outcomes4me.com/cancer-topic/lung-cancer-treatment-and-side-effects/living-well-with-osimertinib-a-patients-guide-to-managing-side-effects-and-staying-on-track/

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Living well with osimertinib: a patient’s guide to managing side effects and staying on track

Living with EGFR lung cancer? Learn practical tips for managing Tagrisso side effects, including skin rash and diarrhea, to stay on track with your treatment.

What are treatment options for recurrent lung cancer?

4 years ago I was diagnosed with lung NSCLC. They removed my right lower lobe of my lung. 2years later in came back and the Drs. Recommended CyberKnife treatments. Had that and a year later due to scar tissue from that treatment my upper lobe has collapsed. Present it has returned again in the middle lobe. I just had a needle biopsy and blood draw for BioMarkers. Two weeks and the results are still not finalized. Waiting for results so I can start treatments. What are some of the treatments like with side effects.

How can I protect my lungs from wildfire smoke?

Wildfire smoke can be especially harmful for people who've been diagnosed with lung cancer. Here are tips to protect your lungs. https://outcomes4me.com/cancer-topic/lung-cancer-patient-resources/tips-to-protect-your-lungs-during-wildfire-season/

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Tips to protect your lungs during wildfire season

Wildfire smoke can be especially harmful for people who've been diagnosed with lung cancer. Her are tips to protect your lungs.

How can prayer help us through cancer together as a community?

A CALL TO PRAYER 🙏 Good morning everyone in the community.. For quite some time now I’ve been asking Our Lord and Savior to guide me in the direction He has chosen for me which brought me to O4M in the first place.. Since then I’ve been praying for more direction and guidance daily. Over the past week I’ve come to realize that A CALL to Prayer is something we here could all use and with the help of Our Lord and Savior I’m offering a chance for those of you who would Love to become closer to Jesus to join me and anyone else in Prayer for our salvation.. For those of you whom wish to participate I’ll make it easy as possible.. It doesn’t matter what religion you belong to or how much faith you have just add your name in the comment section below and you’ll be included in my daily prayers.. Along with the entire community..🙏 If each and everyone of us every morning prays together for our salvation and Christ’s intervention in these times I’m positive our prayers will be heard.. We have nothing to lose or fear and EVERYTHING TO GAIN.. Through Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Amen.. Starting tomorrow morning Friday July 10th 2026 will be the beginning of my journey in faith for everyone of us.. A simple Our Farther as Jesus stated in Matthew 6; 5-15 is what I’ll be praying. As far as I know it’s the Only Prayer ever given to us by Jesus in the bible.. I hope Everyone has a Blessed day ahead.. God Bless You All Thomas O

Anyone else taking Tagrisso and Retevmo together?

Is anyone else on both Tagrisso and Retevmo at the same time? If so, how long have you been on both pills?

Is pulmonary rehab after surgery covered by insurance?

I recently learned that my hospital offers pulmonary rehab that's totally covered by insurance. 3 months!after my surgery I find out now! I do need help increasing lung capacity and recovery, so I'm going. Better late than never