Although there are specific treatments for cases like hers, the late diagnosis made surgical removal of the tumor impossible. Now, treatment is focused on controlling symptoms and trying to prevent the disease from spreading to other areas.
The Ignored Signs: A Needed Warning
Linda began experiencing subtle symptoms that were easy to overlook, such as a persistent cough that seemed harmless. “I can’t even remember when the cough started,” she admitted in a post. She only sought medical attention when body aches and migraines became constant, accompanied by severe exhaustion and difficulty breathing.
Lung cancer is known for presenting ambiguous signs that can be mistaken for less serious problems. Linda also experienced intense pain in her toes, caused by metastases that had deformed the bones, as well as nausea and headaches, symptoms related to tumors in the frontal lobe of the brain.