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Lung cancer is one of the most widely diagnosed cancers among women and men. In 2023 alone, over 2.3 million people developed lung cancer. Around 80% of the cases are linked to cigarette smoking, making it a significant risk factor for the disease.
Early diagnosis is the critical element for curing lung cancer. However, if you have been diagnosed in later stages, keep hope. With the advancements in medical sciences, various new therapies that can benefit you are now available. Targeted therapy and immunotherapy, such as CAR T-cell therapy, have shown promising results and are now used to treat lung cancer.
However, prevention is better than cure. Hence, this blog aims at spreading awareness and knowledge about this fatal disease. It will answer all your questions regarding lung cancer, its types, symptoms, diagnosis, risks, prevention, and treatment.
Lung cancer is a complex respiratory disease that develops when the cells in the organ start diving uncontrolled. When the normal functioning of cell division gets hampered due to mutations, the cells keep dividing, ultimately forming a mass or tumor. The two prominent types of lung cancer are –
Complications of lung cancer include chest pain, shortness of breath, coughing up blood, and fluid in the chest (pleural effusion).
Lung cancer screening is one of the best ways to diagnose cancer in an early stage. It is done mainly by using low-dose CT scans for people who have been chronic smokers or have other associated risks.
For diagnosing cancer, the oncologist will start by asking about symptoms you are experiencing, taking a past medical & family history, and performing a physical examination. The next step involves running tests like a blood test and chest X-ray. If the physician suspects lung cancer, they will further investigate for an accurate diagnosis. It will include –
Lung cancer is associated with various risk factors. While you can control the most common risk factors, others can't be changed, such as family history. Risk factors for cancer of the lungs are –
Lung cancer is responsible for approximately 18% of all cancer deaths. The primary reason for it being so fatal is the late diagnosis of the disease. No apparent differentiating symptoms are visible when lung cancer begins and is in its early stages. Therefore, it is advisable to have regular screening tests and check-ups if you are at risk for developing lung cancer.
Some of the notable signs of lung cancer are –
Apart from these, lung cancer can also depict symptoms like bone pain, unexpected weight loss, headaches, fatigue, weakness, etc.
No one can guarantee an immunity against lung cancer. However, you can significantly reduce the odds of developing lung cancer by following these preventive measures –
Your treating oncologist will make a tailored treatment plan based on your general health, possible side effects, type & stage of lung cancer, and your personal preference. The treatment plan is most likely to be a combination of –
Developing lung cancer is a daunting experience that not only affects you physically but also mentally. Getting timely diagnosis and treatment is crucial to battle the fatal disease. With the availability of personalized medicines and therapies, the lung cancer death rate has declined to some extent. Going for regular screening and following preventive measures is still considered the best way to win over lung cancer.
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