How do you stay positive during stage 4 lung cancer treatment?
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3 days agoI just downloaded this #Outcome4me app. Im in stage 4 NSCLC since January 2024. Have had 32 IV chemo and inmuno therapy. I have had 5 thoracentesis and been hospitalized twice. My lung biopsy was a nightmare to result in non diagnosis with either false negative or remision; it is uncertain. My January PET scan came with a neck metastasis in C2 and put chemo on hold while been through 7/10 radiation therapies. It has been an overwhelming journey and my lifestyle shifted from free retiree and personal trainer well travelled to now visting doctors and Walgreens. Nerontin and percoset have aided my neck pain. Full 100% support from close friends. However, all this said, today I feel good.
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3 days agoWelcome to the community! It's incredible that despite everything you've been through, you're able to say you feel good today - that shows remarkable strength and resilience. Many people in this community find that staying positive during treatment comes from focusing on those good days when they arrive, leaning on the support system you clearly have, and connecting with others who truly understand this journey. What helps you most on the days when staying positive feels harder?
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