Lock up

[Presley11]

Dr just gave me 6 months to walk on this earth what. Now

[SusieJo1948]

Don't give up keep fighting,I was told I was going die by the surgeon. Didn't do radiation although oncologist wanted me too. I felt I was too weak. I did chemo six months.I am now a six and a half year survivor. I had mastectomy two years before they found the lung cancer they were two different kinds adnoecarcinoma in. Left upper lobe they removed it. That's why I try to give others hope. Keep fighting. Because if it happened to me it could happen them. It was stage three in lympnodes. If you need someone to talk to I'm here. Also there is alot of new treatments and more coming out?? That are letting stage three and four live longer. So don't give up. Love susiejo1948

[Jenniferroseolson]

I don’t believe in the “statistics” or such firm “prognosis” timetables. I’m beating the odds as are many on this forum. Your cancer will respond only as YOUR cancer will respond. Meanwhile, get a great therapist (many NIH recognized cancer centers have onco-psychologists who specialize in this) and get a consult with a palliative care doctor to help manage symptoms. What does a good day look like? Make as many of those as you can, and communicate that answer to the people who love you so they can help make them happen. And perhaps a second opinion if you haven’t gotten one already. Adding you to my prayers

[Travelhappy]

I Agree with Susiejo1948, doctors don’t have a crystal ball. Google about cancer survivors who beat the odds - you’ll find plenty - including Susie. Get inspired by their stories. All the best!

[anrean]

I am a big fan of 2nd opinions, and would definitely be searching for one now. You never know what another oncologist might know and there is no harm in making certain you have exhausted the latest treatments. At the same time it is good to get all your affairs in order - including looking at palliative care and hospice. Also, part of managing your affairs includes communicating with the people you love, and those who love you - yes, that is very difficult for some people to do, but it means a world of difference to them should you have exhausted all treatments.. Make as many good days as possible and do some of the things you have only imagined.

Saying Prayers for you.

[GMC1 in reply to anrean]

I definitely agree about another opinion. I have switched my husbands Oncologist several times with positive results both times. It is always best to have ones affairs in order, but don't give up the fight. Don't know where you live but there are many people on this forum and someone might give you a good referral if they live close enough. Make every day as positive as you can. Fight, fight, fight! After 6 years fighting my husband's tumor seems to be reducing.

[Feelingblessed2013]

I agree with the others, no doctor can tell you when you will die, they are human they are not gods. I had a friend who had small cell lung cancer that had spread, she lived years longer than her Drs said she would.

I would also get a second opinion if you haven't already, and keep fighting, don't give up.

[KimGO2 Partner]

All the above recommendations are good ones including second opinions, making sure appropriate tissue testing was performed, and palliative care (symptom management and supportive care). So many inspirational stories are out there. We are here to help you and your family. If you would like to talk, be connected to a buddy or receive information, please call us at 1-800-298-2436. Sending hugs to you! Kim

[Emzie02]

Please don’t give up, my grand father was given 6 months to live when he was 32, now he is 86. They aren’t fortune tellers, they do not know for certain. I agree with the other commenters, it depends on how your body responds to treatment and most respond well. Remain as calm as possible and push through it, it’s not over yet and most likely it won’t be over for a very long time. There are many cases where doctors give their patients weeks to live and they end up living years and years. Stay strong x

[ConnieBurge]

A year and a half ago they told my mom she had about a month...... a month!! She's still here! They don't know everything.. Keep fighting and we are all here for you!! Love and hugs!!

[Denzie Moderator Volunteer]

Lots of good advice and I’d really just like to reinforce what Anrean said. Let me put it into a different perspective though.

No one is promised a tomorrow. All anyone has is today. Take care of the dying stuff so you don’t have that hanging over you. Write your Living Will, designate your Durable Powers of Medical and financial attorney. Tell your family what treatment is acceptable or not. Then go live your best possible life.

[Wildhorses999]

Please do not give up hope they told my niece the same @16 , she is still with us she now 37 !! And has 3 kids 😀

[scooper1058]

All these posts are excellent suggestions and I can only add that I try to live life a day at a

time now. I plan for the future but live in the moment as best I can and I have more peace

and happiness.

[Ncpoet]

I agree with a lot of what anrean had to say. Doctors are just guessing. In 2013, I was told I had 8+ months to live. I did the genetic testing and went with best options for me. Since treatment, so many more drugs have developed, especially In immunotherapy. I only did chemo and targeted drugs for my stage 4 NSCLC adenocarcinoma. I was in treatment for three years but currently have no evidence of cancer in my body. You didn’t say what types of treatment you have tried. I would definitely seek a second opinion. I did do the living will, etc. long before I was diagnosed. It never hurts to be prepared. Have good conversations with your family. I maintained a positive attitude, found something to laugh about everyday and lived Romans 12:2. “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer.” We just have to make every day count and live it to the fullest.

Please keep us updated on how you are doing.

All the best,

Judy

[JeanE41]

The advice offered here is outstanding and there is little I can add. Just make each day the best it can be whether it's for 6 months or 60 years. May God bless you on this journey however long it may be.

[Hidden]

The worst thing about having a time table to die is there is no real time table .The body is complex ,scans don't show everything and Doctors just don't know everything .I find planning my life is my real sticking point as I never know how well I am going to be on that particular day .Or week come to that .It's difficult at times where as before I planned something and did it, now I find myself hesitating ,I sort of need my creature comforts so I don't go camping or go walking long distances or visit festivals .I have so much fall out from cancer ,surgery,drug reactions ect ,Every week seems to be an appointment or treatment ,frequent scans all this although saving my life interrupts my life and makes it more challenging .The only thing I can say if the sun's out go out with others or alone .Make the most of the good bits and just sleep through the not so good bits the boring bits .Take care Diane .I am one of those who shouldn't really be here but I am 😀😁

[Bluetug113]

Get a second opinion

[muffin7958]

They gave me a year, 8 years ago. Don't wait for a toe tag, do things as you can because only one person knows when your time is up. Please!!