Lung Cancer: Making Sense of Diagnosis, Treatment, and OptionsLorraine Johnston
Everything you need to know about lung cancer Types Symptoms Stages Survival rates Complications Causes Screening Diagnosis Treatment Prevention FAQ Summary Lung cancer occurs when cells in the lungs divide uncontrollably, causing tumors to grow. Anyone can develop lung cancer, but cigarette smoking and...
Comprehensive biomarker testing is used for people living with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) to determine the presence of particular mutations or proteins in tumors. It is the first step in precision medicine and helps ensure a patient gets matched to the right treatment at...
Educate yourself in the fight against lung cancer An informational guide to help patients understand the diagnosis, staging, and surgical treatment options for lung cancer. Read now References Johns Hopkins Medicine. Vital signs (body temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure).Johns Ho...
More Tests for Lung Cancer Diagnosis Needle biopsy: If a tumor is on the periphery of the lung, it usually cannot be seen with bronchoscopy. Instead, a biopsy is taken through a needle inserted through the chest wall and into the tumor. ...
Have the cancer cells been checked for gene changes that could affect my treatment options?Do I need to see any other doctors or health professionals?If I’m concerned about the costs and insurance coverage for my diagnosis and treatment, who can help me? When deciding on a treatment plan ...
While asbestos exposure alone can cause lung cancer, having any of these other factors may increase your risk for developing the disease. If you’ve received a diagnosis of asbestos lung cancer, Mesothelioma Hope can help you pursue compensation for treatment and other expenses. Get aFree Asbestos...
“We have developed an AI model to aid non-invasive diagnosis of lung cancer. Taking a multi-omics approach, our team maps molecular changes in lung cancer development and reveals biomarkers for early diagnosis and treatment,” says Weimin Li, president of West China Hospital of Sichuan Universit...
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths globally. Of the three main types of lung cancer: including non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), small cell lung cancer (SCL) and mesothelioma (cancer of the lining of the lung); NSCLC is the most common,
A person’s cancer journey extends beyond diagnosis and treatment. Many cancer survivors know they need a lot of support during cancer treatment, but once treatment ends it can be hard to transition to a new way of life. A survivor needs to adjust to new feelings, new problems, and differe...