Well, I just found out what I have: a common lung cancer, Adenocarcinoma.
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That's the bad news.
The good news? It has not spread. There is no lymph node involvement.
My surgeon is going to send me the names of two oncologists here near where I live, and I will pick the one who will give me the earliest appointment.
So there it is.
I'm not terribly surprised.
On edit: I want all of you to know how very much I love and appreciate all of you! I normally answer each post, but today that's impossible. So I'm giving each of you a rec to let you know that I've read and love what you've said. I'm really overwhelmed with the caring and intelligent messages! Thank you, all of you, for standing with me as I go through this new landscape.
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Stay strong.
May you and your treatment slay it before it spreads. Hugs to you. 
and are on your way to taking care of this. Positive thoughts for a quick resolution.
I'm very glad that it hasn't spread. Stay positive, it will be OK.
Here's a big hug!!
Treatment plan is noninvasive and easy to endure.
Both my baby sisters had major cancer surgeries this summer, both in southern California, and they came out in good shape so I have confidence that you'll be in good hands.
if you must have cancer, this one represents your best chances for beating it. Hope you do!!
No lymph node involvement tells me you caught it in the early stages which is good.
Quick treatment, quick and complete recovery is my wish for you.
Take care CP!
I'm glad it wasn't worse
I wish you the very best in your treatment.
but, as you said, not terribly surprised.
You have my heartfelt wishes for the strength you will need to battle cancer. And you know that there are lots and lots of folks here at DU who are sending you prayers, light, love, and healing vibes.
Actually that is *good* news that there’s no lymph node involvement … but I’m sure you already know that.
I will send good thoughts for strength and healing vibes your way, Peggy. Get well soon!
hopefully there will be many treatment options! And, fuck cancer. You've got this friend.
You're such a bright light in this troubled world. If everyone was as kind and thoughtful as you are we'd be living in Eden. Or Manhattan Beach at the farmers market. You make it look like the same place.
And a visit to the oncologist soon to get things rolling!
The good news is the tumor was picked up early, the cancer has not spread and that in itself gives you the best chance for a full recovery. My family has been plagued with recent cancer diagnoses, all with good outcomes. So, I'm sending you some family healing vibes and hugs for good measure.
Be good to yourself and take care.
Best news you can hope for when they say the C word. I’m sorry you have cancer though, it’s scary.. I’ll be keeping you in my prayers.
we've got you Glad to hear it didn't reach a critical stage. All the best to you.
I'm so sorry to see this diagnosis, but good that it's not spread.
Glad you're California Peggy and not Mississippi Peggy, I think that means a better outcome. and I love all our MIssissippi members, but they know it's true.
And that said, keep us updated because, here, we care about each other... and I sure will be thinking of you every day.
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And we’re here to support you for the bad news
I was frightened, of course, but the tumor was small and, like yours, had not metasticized, I needed no chemo, it came out with no problems and I'm now cancer free..It's now gone and all that's needed is to have the area monitored every 6 months...May your situation be every bit as easy for you as it's been for me.
And lay with you and.... oh wait... 
Hang in there!
yes INDEED......and never forget there is always someone on DU, we are here for you
A cancer survivor here 🩷
I am sending you love and healing vibes and hoping that the oncologists have appointments very soon. You will be in my thoughts.
and as quick a recovery as possible.
I'll echo what some have said about bringing someone with you and reaching out to a dedicated cancer center as well for guidance.
I'm rooting for you & praying for you. I've always enjoyed your posts and pictures.
A routine chest x-ray showed a growth in my upper left lung. Turned out to be adenocarcinoma, and I was referred to the Baptist MD Anderson Center in Jacksonville FL. There, I was given the choice of treatment: surgery (with a 95% success rate) or radiation (90% success). I opted for the less-invasive option. Underwent the series of treatments which were successful. After the last treatment, they had me ring the bell -- a tradition where a patient marks the occasion by ringing a bell. I rang it just three times: one chime each for friends who had recently passed due to cancer.
This all occurred before the COVID pandemic. And annual follow-ups show no return of the carcinoma.
Wishing you the same level of success!
Stay strong! 
Been there. The news of having cancer will sink in. When it does I made plans with a good doctor and got a second opinion and began my journey. (God, I learned to hate that word) Bottom line is...you WILL get through this. When completed the best advice I can give you is to STAY POSITIVE. Being a retired nurse I crossed my T's and dotted my I's. I literally looked forward and minimized the whole cancer debacle and put it behind me. Yep, I have my check-ups and tests and then move on. It's been three years and I continue to move forward never looking back.
My very best to you and if you ever feel like chatting give me a shout. Bless you Peggy. Stay strong and stay positive. You got this.
Being sent your way, you're sure to beat this! Sending love and strength and sorry for the late reply...
I hope all goes well for you with your new doctors and that you will be given better news going forward. I send my
