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In lung cancer,
abnormal cells may appear in one or both of the lungs - forming
a lump, or tumor which interferes with the proper functioning of
the lungs.
Research point
to smoking as one of the major
causes of lung cancer, although not all smokers develop the
disease. Current studies also show the role of environmental pollutants
in an increased risk of developing lung cancer.
Lung
cancer symptoms usually begin with chronic wheezing or a persistent
cough that lasts for more than two weeks. This may be accompanied
by persistent chest, back or shoulder pain. Sputum may increase
in volume or change color, or blood may appear mixed with it. In
some cases, patients may suffer from chronic pneumonia or bronchitis
before the full-blown onset of the disease.
Lung cancer is usually diagnosed as Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)the
most common form and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), both of
which are further classified by lung
cancer stages, or the progression of the disease at the time
it is first detected.
Treatment
options depend on a number of factors including the stage
or progression of the disease, along with the general health
of the patient upon diagnosis. The major forms of therapy
for lung cancer include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy,
or a combination of these treatments.
On the Web, learn more about
managing the disease with basic facts and information on risk factors,
detection and diagnosis, current studies and research, clinical
trials, treatment and staging, and after treatment care for those
diagnosed with lung cancer....
MedlinePlus:
Lung Cancer - Excellent, central clearinghouse for everything
you ever wanted to know, featuring the latest news and updates, basic
facts and information, where to find clinical trials, disease management,
treatment options, lung
cancer interactive tutorial, educational videos viewable online,
question and answer topics, statistics and research.
eMedicine
Health - Lung Cancer - Up-to-date statistics on the
disease with details on staging and diagnosis, causes, pictures
and x-rays, advice on when to seek treatment, complete overview
of related exams
and tests, treatment and after care.
Lung
Cancer.org - Extensive information on lung cancer for the
media, professionals, patients and caregivers, including expert
advice on lung cancer prevention and detection, where to find clinical
trials, facts on women and lung cancer, support resources and related
links.
American
Cancer Society - Lung Cancer - Comprehensive, multi-part
presentation covering basic information, risk factors and
prevention, detection, treatment and staging, after treatment
care, current research, related links.
National
Cancer Institute - Tobacco and Cancer - Q&A and
FAQs, information on quitting and prevention, tobacco use
statistics and research, where to find smoking cessation programs,
related clinical trials.
Lung
Cancer Online - One-stop browsing for links to facts
on tests, diagnosis, treatments, side effects, emotional concerns,
support groups, and follow-up care.
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see -> Great
American Smokeout
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This
information is intended as reference and not as medical advice.
All treatment decisions should be made by medical professionals.
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