Signet Ring Cell

[sh911sh911]

I was recently diagnosed with Lung Cancer. I had a lymph node biopsy that showed "Metastatic poorly differentiated adenocarcinoma with signet ring cell features consistent with pulmonary primary" I have not yet had a PET scan or MRI to see the spread if the cancer. From what I can find the "signet ring cell" is very rare especially in lung cancer. Has anyone else presented with signet ring cells in their diagnosis and, if so, how was your outcome?

[RoyCastleHelpline Partner Ask the Nurse Roy Castle]

I am sorry to hear about your lung cancer diagnosis. This will be a difficult time for you and your loved ones. Signet ring cell is a rare variant of pulmonary adenocarcinoma. Although we are a UK charity, you are welcome to use our resources on the website roycastle.org/ As this is a new diagnosis, you may find our information leaflets helpful, these include information on how to manage your diagnosis, potential treatments, living with lung cancer and symptom control. They can be downloaded here

roycastle.org/help-and-supp...

roycastle.org/app/uploads/2... Page 48 has suggestions of what it might be helpful to ask your medical team

I see you are based in USA so you may find the American Lung Association helpful and you can find out where to obtain support at

Lung Cancer - Help for Patients, Caregivers | American Lung Association

lung.org/.../lung-cancer/li...

I hope this forum can help you find others with a similar diagnosis and you can find support.

If there is anything else you would like to discuss you can email ask the nurse at [e-mail] or call our free phone nurse led helpline number on 0800 358 7200 Monday to Thursday 0900-1700 and Friday 0900-1600.

[sh911sh911 in reply to RoyCastleHelpline]

Thank You for all the information!