My Grandpa was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer (tumors in both lungs) but they haven't given him any set time. Does anyone have any idea? Yes, his doctor doesn't believe in giving a 'life expectancy'. Non-small cell lung cancer DOES have 4 stages. I have heard that, with the small amount of chemo he's receiving once a month, a year is about right.
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Sorry about your grandad. My bf's grandma was diagnosed w stage 4 lung cancer too last wk and they gave her 1 year to live. I'm no expert on cancer but I'm sure it varies from person to person especially when the cancer is that far advanced, he should be able to get that info from his physician tho. I hope my answer was of some help and again sorry about your grandad.
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So sorry to hear about your grandpa... Lung cancer actually has two stages: limited and extensive. The normal average after diagnosis is 4 months.
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My research shows about 12 months. My current oncologist doesn't discuss life expectancies since they true at large but meaningless individually.
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Life expectancy varies by individual depending on their overall health and age. The 5 year survival rate of stage 4 non-small cell cancer with both lungs involved is very, very low.
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