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Is lung cancer secondary to copd presumptive agent orange
Lung cancer and Copd are genetically determined diseases. They are closely linked to one another. Lung cancer can be secondary to copd.
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Will chemo prevent spread of lung cancer
Yes in many cases the use of chemo has reported success in preventing the spread of disease to other parts of the body. It is often treated with cisplatin or carboplatin, in combination with gemcitabine, paclitaxel, docetaxel, etoposide, or vinorelbine
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Where does lung cancer usually spread
Lung cancer originates in the lungs. Initially it harms the cells of lungs itself and then with the passage of time it moves out to other parts of body also, which can be Brain, Bones, Thighs, Ribs, Heart, Kidney and liver.
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Can tamoxifen cause lung cancer
Tamoxifen has been known to be given in regulated doses o women suffering from breast cancer. It can result in an increase in liver enzymes. But it cannot be a cause for lung cancer.
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Is a lung mass always cancer
A chest X-Ray showing a lump or mass on the lung can be indicative of cancer. But not always. It can also be the result of an infection like pneumonia or maybe just a cyst which is non cancerous.
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Can lung cancer be cured
Surely lung cancer can be cured. But the rate of success depends upon the extent to which disease has spread in the body. Generally it is believed that a person suffering from lung cancer survives between 2-5 years after being diagnosed. But off course the sooner it is diagnosed, more are the prospects to cure lung cancer successfully.
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Does chemotheraphy improve quality of life for lung cancer
Chemotherapy is one of the standard treatments for lung cancer. It improves the chances of survival specially if given after a surgery. It also improves the quality of life.
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What does cancer in the lung look like on a pet scan
Under the Pet Scan microscope, the cancer cells depending on their growth and look, determine the stage and type of cancer. In non small cell carcinoma it can look like thin fish scales, large, glandular, flattened or simply multiplying uncontrollably. In small cell lung cancer however, it can be a mix of large and small cells or combined small cells.
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How does lung cancer manifest itself?
Both non smokers and smokers are at a risk of developing lung cancer. It manifests itself generally through cough and shortness of breath. It can be further accompanied by chest pain along with weakness and weight loss.
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How to determine stages of non small cell lung cancer
Non small cell lung cancer can be determined through the TNM test. It has three stages. The first, T derives the tumor size and how big it has grown. The next N finds out if it has spread to the lymph nodes and finally M, which determines if it has spread to other organs.