Lung Cancer Chemotherapy

Archive for June, 2009

There is nobody out there that would like to be told they have been diagnosed with cancer, let alone stage 4 lung cancer. It would certainly have to be one of the worst diseases to have. You may know a loved one that currently has it or you might have it yourself, whatever the case, it is useful to inform oneself about this topic as this article will.Stage 4Just in case you don't know how cancers are classified, they are classified in 4 stages. Stage 1, 2, 3 and 4. Stage 4 is the most advanced stage which means that the cancer is no longer restricted to your lungs and chest and that it has spread to other parts of the body.CausesScientific studies show that 90% of all lung cancer cases are caused by tobacco. Other causes include passive smoking, exposure to asbestos and air pollution.Sign & SymptomsThe following are symptoms of the presence of lung cancer in your body: - Coughing - Wheezing - Shortness of breath - Chest pain - Coughing up bloodHowever, the symptoms for stage 4 lung cancer are different and you can detect whether the cancer has reached this stage: - Headaches - Blurred vision ...

Lung cancer is often times a terminal disease that's generally a byproduct of smoking. Being diagnosed with lung cancer can be devastating to anyone. This includes the pain and fear of the sick person as well as their friends and family.It affects the small cells of the lungs and surrounding regions, which include the lymph nodes and surrounding organs.Since smoking is the major cause of lung cancer, the best method of prevention is to quit smoking as soon as possible. However sometimes quitting isn't enough. Cancer can also be caused by second hand smoke. The good news is that in many states it is now illegal to smoke in public places. This greatly cuts down your chances of breathing in second hand smoke. But you should also be careful to limit any time you many spend with friends who are smokers.Treatment options often include chemotherapy which isn't a very appealing option. Radiation is another possible treatment; however it's equally as unappealing. There are some alternative treatments available. These usually include hypnosis or "alternative" medication. It's important to research all of these completely, because sometimes they can cause more harm then good.Many times the symptoms can be hard to recognize. However ...