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"Hey, this shoulder hurts, it's been foreshadowed for a long time. Zhang Dawei stood in the corridor of the hospital, looking at the gloomy sky outside the window, and his heart was mixed.
56-year-old Zhang Dawei, an ordinary postman, shouldered the burden of the family at a young age, and he has always been the kind of tough guy who insists on working to the end. However, this time, the body's warning signs were repeatedly ignored by him.
It all started three months ago, when Zhang Dawei began to feel pain in his right shoulder from time to time, and at first he thought it was just that he was too tired from work, or that he had accidentally strained himself while carrying packages. Every day when he goes out early in the morning and comes home in the evening, how can he have time to go to the hospital when he is busy? In addition, his old-fashioned personality always feels that "a manly man, what kind of pain are you afraid of?"
However, the pain did not subside, but became more frequent and even began to be accompanied by a persistent cough. This time, Zhang Dawei's wife, Li Hong, finally insisted that he go to the hospital for examination. As soon as the results came out, it was unfortunate that he was already in the advanced stage of lung cancer.
In the face of this sudden blow, Zhang Dawei felt like he had been hit by a heavy hammer, and he was speechless for a while. Recalling the discomfort of the past few months, his heart was full of remorse.
The doctor explained that his shoulder pain was actually a common metastatic symptom of advanced lung cancer, because the tumor in the lungs pressed on the nerves in the shoulder.
Medically, lung cancer patients experience pain due to the compression of the tumour affecting nearby tissues or nerves, especially in the upper limbs and shoulders. In addition, the spread of lung cancer can lead to a variety of symptoms, including persistent coughing, difficulty breathing, and weight loss.
Zhang Dawei's daily life has completely changed. He had to put down the parcel in his hand and begin the long process of treatment. Chemotherapy and radiotherapy took turns, and the side effects after each treatment made him miserable. But even so, he gradually learned to face the illness and not run away.
During this time, he met many patients who shared the same disease, and each of them had their own persistence. In his communication with them, Zhang Dawei gradually understood that the meaning of life is not only in length, but also in depth.
In this series of changes, Zhang Dawei's condition has also experienced miraculous improvements. Although the disease has not completely subsided, his quality of life has improved dramatically.
The doctors expressed surprise at his recovery and also praised his positive attitude towards life.
Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, it's time for another follow-up visit. This time, he sat in the doctor's office, unusually calm. As he waited for the results, he felt a hint of anticipation.
When the doctor brought good news with a smile, his mood could not be calmed for a long time. "Your recovery is very gratifying, and although it is true that you are not fully recovered, the progress is evident.
He suddenly thought of a question, which is also a common question for many patients: "Doctor, I want to know, why do different people respond very differently even for the same treatment?"
The doctor put down the document in his hand and explained seriously: "Mr. Zhang, this actually involves individual differences. For example, a positive attitude towards life and a good mental state can greatly improve the body's adaptability and responsiveness to treatment. In addition, our previous medical records have shown that a positive mindset has greatly helped your recovery during your treatment. ”
One day, the hospital organized a symposium where several experts and patients in the field of lung cancer were invited to share their knowledge and experience. Zhang Dawei also delivered a speech as a special guest.
After the presentation, during the Q&A session, one of the audience members asked a question: "Mr. Zhang, you mentioned the importance of early detection. I wonder what specific early symptoms and tests can help us detect lung cancer when there are no obvious symptoms."
He explained that lung cancer may not show obvious symptoms in its early stages, which is one of the reasons why it is called the 'silent killer'. However, signs such as persistent cough, coughing up blood, chest pain, dyspnea, and significant weight loss all deserve special attention.
As for the test method, the most effective at the moment is low-dose computed tomography (LDCT), which can detect tiny tumors before they form in the lungs.
Through these efforts and dialogues, Zhang Dawei not only helped others, but also achieved self-redemption. His experience became a ray of light for many people in the fight against illness and in the face of difficulties.
What do you think about the prevention of lung cancer?