Treatment Options
By understanding the various treatment options for lung cancer you can take an active
role in discussing your treatment plan with your physician.
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Lung Cancer Treatment
Surgery, radiation and chemotherapy are all treatment options used in treating lung
cancer. Each option may be used alone or in combination.
Understanding Your Options
Visit:
The American Cancer Society
Choosing a treatment path is a major step when facing a lung cancer diagnosis. The
American Cancer Society provides information on various treatment options and treatment
decision tools.
Treatments Based on Lung Cancer Stages
Visit:
National Cancer Institute
The stage of your cancer should be considered when determining your best treatment
option. Review a breakdown of lung cancer treatment options by various lung cancer
stages.
Finding a Treatment
Visit:
Livingwithit.org
You and your doctor will decide the best course of treatment for you and your type
of lung cancer, once all appropriate diagnostic tests and staging are complete.
A Surgical Treatment
Visit:
Lung Cancer Alliance
Surgery is the most common treatment for Non Small Cell Lung Cancer. The type of
surgery depends on the location and size of the tumor.
A Chemotherapy Treatment
To learn more about a sanofi-aventis treatment for certain types of lung cancer,
click here.
Treatment Guidelines
Visit: The National Comprehensive
Cancer Care Network®
Access a patient-friendly guide for chemotherapy treatments in English and in Spanish.
Latest Information on Chemotherapy
Visit: ChemoCare.com
Provides the latest information on chemotherapy to patients and caregivers.
Managing Side Effects
Chemotherapy Induced Nausea and Vomiting
To learn more about a sanofi-aventis product to help control chemotherapy induced
nausea and vomiting,
click here.
Managing Your Side Effects
Visit:
The American Cancer Society
Side effects are a common, but manageable part of lung cancer treatments. Use the
American Cancer Society’s side effect tracker to chart your progress and share your
results with your healt hcare provider on a regular basis.