Lung Cancer

Lung Cancer (Non-Small Cell)   The two different types of lung cancer require different treatments. Non-small cell lung cancer makes up more than 85% of cases. Begin your study of lung cancer by understanding how normal, healthy lungs work. Lung cancer starts in the bronchi, bronchioles, or alveoli with pre-cancerous changes to the cells. It can spread through the lymph nodes. Non-small cell lung cancer includes squamous cell carcinoma, adenocarcinoma, and large cell carcinoma. Small cell lung cancer tends to spread faster and occurs almost exclusively among smokers or former smokers. Cancer that starts somewhere else is not considered lung cancer.
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General Information About Small Cell Lung Cancer   Current treatments for small cell lung cancer usually do not cure the disease. Prognosis depends on the cancer stage and general health. Malignant cells forms in the lungs of a person with lung cancer. Investigate lung anatomy. Identify the two types of lung cancer and the two types of small cell lung cancer. In addition to smoking currently or in the past, other risk factors for developing lung cancer include secondhand smoke, asbestos, and radon. An illustrated guide shows diagnostic procedures. Five types of treatment may be used, and clinical trials are underway to explore new treatments.
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Lung Cancer   Lung cancer, or bronchogenic carcinoma, is a leading cause of death in the U.S. and is common around the world. Cigarette smoking is the top risk factor for developing lung cancer. Pollution, asbestos, and radiation are other risk factors. Lung cancer can cause a chronic cough, frequent respiratory infections, and constant chest pain. A person with lung cancer may become fatigued, lose their appetite, and even cough up blood. Treatment depends on the type and stage of lung cancer. Explore dozens of resources about lung cancer.
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Lung Cancer Awareness   One out of six Americans who die from cancer has lung cancer. About 200,000 Americans find out that they have lung cancer each year. Risk factors include smoking, breathing secondhand smoke, radon gas, asbestos, chronic lung disease, and chest exposure to radiation. Discover what you can do to reduce your risk. The symptoms of lung cancer aren't unique to cancer, but they are signs that something is wrong in the lungs. Combined treatments are usually given, and some people take part in clinical trials.
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