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Radiation damage after Cancer Treatment

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InnocentBystander Fri 08-Jul-22 10:34:51

My wife has fibrosis of the upper lobe of one lung due to RT years ago. It's permanent but only reduces the capacity of that lung by a small amount. Stereotactic RT (SABR) is said to be less likely to cause local damage but I suspect it's not always applicable.

MissAdventure Thu 07-Jul-22 21:18:13

Do do?
My damn fingers.i dread to think what would happen if I was let loose in an office.

MissAdventure Thu 07-Jul-22 21:14:02

www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/impacts-of-cancer/effects-of-breast-cancer-treatment-on-the-lungs

MissAdventure Thu 07-Jul-22 21:09:16

Here we are, grammy
I hope this is helpful.

If you're in the uk, the Macmillan phone line is very helpful.

Hang on, I cant get it to post the link.
I'll try do do it next.

teabagwoman Thu 07-Jul-22 18:57:42

Grammy666, sorry to hear you’re having problems. I understand that it’s a rare complication. Worth looking on the McMillan website as they have a bit about it. Unfortunately I haven’t worked out how to post a link.

Grammy666 Thu 07-Jul-22 17:29:05

Hi .. I have had a Chronic Cough for 5 years which didnt respond to any treatment ... 2 scans since Ive been told today that I have Shadow / Marks on my Lung due to Radiation for Breast Cancer .. is this a common side effect please ?