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aged 71-81
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Interview LC46
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Explains why he decided not to have any treatment for suspected lung cancer.
In June 2003 lung cancer was suspected after a routine scan, but for various reasons he decided not to have any treatment. After the interview it turned out that he did not in fact have lung cancer, so this further justified his decision.
Cancer
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Lung Cancer
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Aged 51-60
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Interview LC15
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The consultant communicated poorly and talked in jargon.
Diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer in 1989, followed by lobectomy (removal of lobe of left lung).
Cancer
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Lung Cancer
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aged 71-81
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Interview LC46
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Explains that he might have chosen to have treatment at an earlier age, but his decision was not due to a fear of surgery.
In June 2003 lung cancer was suspected after a routine scan, but for various reasons he decided not to have any treatment. After the interview it turned out that he did not in fact have lung cancer, so this further justified his decision.
Cancer
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Lung Cancer
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aged 71-81
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Interview LC46
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Says that more information would not have affected his decision.
In June 2003 lung cancer was suspected after a routine scan, but for various reasons he decided not to have any treatment. After the interview it turned out that he did not in fact have lung cancer, so this further justified his decision.
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