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How would you feel if you learned that there are ways to improve your chances of survival in the face of lung cancer that doesn't involve surgery?
In reality, you can take steps to increase your chances—non-medical and non-pharmacological, including lifestyle and social support.
We don't want anyone to feel that they aren't doing enough. Despite doing everything perfectly, we've all heard stories of folks who developed cancer. Despite this, the survival rate for cancer of the lung is lower than one would expect, as most of the time it is diagnosed at an advanced stage. Even if these pointers don't help you survive, they will improve your current state of well-being.
Lung cancer is likely to spread if you wait until symptoms develop before seeking treatment. Get checked for lung cancer by talking to your doctor instead if you have high-risk behavior that predisposes you to an increased risk of cancer. An x-ray technician uses a computed tomography (CT) scan, which is a low-dose CT Scan during lung cancer screening. Screening means detecting cancer/disease even before you experience any symptoms, your doctor can perform this test to check your lungs for signs of cancer.
60% of lung cancer patients diagnosed with early-stage malignancies have a five-year survival rate. And this reduces as the cancer stage increases or the disease is detected at an advanced stage. The sooner you get screened, the better your chances are of catching anything suspicious when it's still treatable. It has been shown that early detection of lung cancer can reduce death due to the disease by as much as 20%.
Lung cancer screenings are the most effective means of detecting the disease early on, increasing your chance of survival. It's important to get checked out by a doctor if you notice any symptoms: coughing, shortness of breath, chest pain, and difficulty breathing.
It is not uncommon for the symptoms of lung cancer to increase and last for several years. Lung cancer warning signs include:
A "smoker's cough" might become a natural part of everyday life for some smokers. It might not be. Lung cancer symptoms should not be overlooked. Lung cancer may have already spread, making it more difficult to treat. Delaying treatment prolongs the disease's progression and deterioration; therefore, going to the doctor sooner rather than later can make all the difference.
Many of these symptoms are overlapping with Tuberculosis, and many times lung cancer is mistreated like tuberculosis, as the result, it keeps growing unstopped.
Only an expert oncologist can help you differentiate and diagnose them correctly.
If you are diagnosed with lung cancer, you may be able to begin treatment before it has a chance to spread. Doctors may be able to determine if your symptoms are connected to lung cancer or something else.
Regardless of how long you've been smoking, it is never too late to stop.
Reduce your risk of cancer and many other breathing problems by quitting smoking. . If you stop, you stop further damage of your respiratory mucosa, this will help you to fight the disease better and tolerate treatment.Effective treatments for lung cancer include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery, and many more. Lung cancer therapies can be made more successful by quitting smoking. Talk to your doctor about resources that can help you kick the habit for good.
Lung cancer patients face a long and arduous battle. And it's a never-ending battle for others. If diagnosed early, lung malignancies have the best prognosis. To avoid recurrence, you must constantly monitor for its occurrence.
Lung cancer that has progressed to an advanced stage is unlikely to be curable. The good news is that there have been several advancements in medicine that can boost your survival rate and reduce your suffering from the disease.Treatment alternatives, including targeted therapy and immunotherapy, which were not available thirty years ago, can now be found thanks to advances in molecular profiling. Keep going to doctors dedicated to helping you live a long, healthy life despite the fear and intimidation that may come with the process.
Stay positive, build a strong support system, and never give up!
Dr. Aditi Aggarwal has worked in radiation oncology for ten years, treating patients with thoracic cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, bone and soft tissue cancer, gynecological cancer, breast cancer, and neurological cancers.
As a medical doctor, Dr. Aditi Aggarwal holds an MBBS degree from Lady Hardinge Medical College Delhi, a MD degree in radiation oncology from VMMC and Safdarjang Hospital Delhi, as well as a post-doctoral diploma in cancer research from Catalyst Clinical Sciences in Pune.
Cancer is usually classified into four stages, with stage 0 being the earliest stage and stage IV being the most advanced. The stage of a cancer is an important factor in determining the prognosis and the best treatment options. Here's a brief overview of the different stages of cancer:
Stage 0: This is the earliest stage of cancer, and it refers to cancer that is still in its original place and has not spread to other parts of the body. It is also known as carcinoma in situ.
Stage I: This stage means that the cancer is still small and has not spread to other parts of the body. It may be treatable with surgery or other local treatments.
Stage II: At this stage, the cancer is larger and may have spread to nearby lymph nodes. It may be treated with surgery and/or radiation therapy, or other systemic treatments such as chemotherapy.
Stage III: This stage means that the cancer has spread to nearby tissues or organs and/or to distant lymph nodes. Treatment may involve a combination of surgery, radiation therapy, and/or systemic treatments such as chemotherapy.
Stage IV: This is the most advanced stage of cancer, and it means that the cancer has spread to other parts of the body, such as the liver, lungs, bones, or brain. Treatment at this stage is typically palliative, meaning that it aims to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life, rather than cure the cancer.
It's important to note that the staging of cancer can vary between different types of cancer and different systems used to classify the stages. Your healthcare provider can give you more information specific to your situation.
There is no single vaccine that can prevent or cure all types of cancer. However, some vaccines can help prevent certain viral infections that can increase the risk of certain cancers, such as the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, which can help prevent HPV-related cancers such as cervical, vaginal, vulvar, and anal cancer.
Additionally, some cancers can be treated with a type of immunotherapy called cancer vaccines, which help stimulate the body's own immune system to recognize and attack cancer cells. These vaccines are still in the experimental stage and are only available through clinical trials.
However, there are many things you can do to reduce your risk of developing cancer, such as eating a healthy diet, maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding tobacco products, and getting regular cancer screenings. Your healthcare provider can give you more information on how to reduce your risk of cancer.
The symptoms of cancer can vary depending on the type and part of the body of cancer, as well as its stage. Some common symptoms of cancer include:
It's important to keep in mind that these symptoms can also be caused by other conditions, and not all of them are present in all cases of cancer. If you are experiencing any symptoms that are new or persist for a long time, it's important to talk to your healthcare provider to determine the cause and get appropriate medical attention. Early detection and treatment of cancer can often lead to better outcomes.
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