Understanding Lung Cancer
By better understanding lung cancer – from detection methods to risk factors to
the various stages of the disease - you may feel more enabled to discuss treatment
and coping options with your physician.
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Detection, Testing and Screening
Screening Lung Cancer
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Lung Cancer Alliance
Screening can help find cancer at an early stage. When abnormal tissue or cancer
is found early, it may be easier to treat.
Recognizing Symptoms of Lung Cancer
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Livingwithit.org
There are rarely signs and symptoms of lung cancer at an early stage. Once the disease
has advanced, there are many signs and symptoms to look for.
Diagnosing Lung Cancer
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American Cancer Society
If you or a loved one start experiencing the signs and symptoms of lung cancer,
your physician will conduct testing to confirm or rule out the possibility of lung
cancer. Find out what to expect during this testing and the role different tests
play in diagnosing lung cancer.
Types of Lung Cancer
Understanding Types of Lung Cancer
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There is nothing that can prepare you to for a diagnosis of lung cancer. However,
you can prepare yourself for the fight ahead by understanding what type of lung
cancer you have and how it may be treated.
Stages of Lung Cancer
Stages of Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer
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Staging is the process of classifying lung cancer by the size and location of tumor
cells. Learn how the stages of non-small cell lung cancer are defined.
Staging and the Outlook for Recovery
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American Cancer Society
What is the TNM system? What do the numbers within a tumor stage mean? In this detailed
guide, learn about how the various stages can be labeled by numbers or letters which
help determine how advanced the cancer is.
An In-Depth Look at Staging
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National Cancer Institute
The National Institute of Health provides a useful, visual breakdown of the various
stages of lung cancer.
Risk Factors and Prevention
Know Your Lung Cancer Risks
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American Cancer Society
Heredity, lifestyle and environmental factors may contribute to the development
of lung cancer. Learn more about the known and probable risks factors associated
with lung cancer.
Prevention
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American Cancer Society
Many types of lung cancer are preventable. Understand the various ways to assist
in protecting yourself from lung cancer, including the importance of regular screening,
diet and exercise and other lifestyle factors.
Statistics for Lung Cancer
A Look at the Numbers
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American Cancer Society
Review important numbers for lung cancer prevalence, survival and how the trends
have evolved over time.
Lung Cancer Trends
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Association
View graphs and documents representing the latest lung cancer statistical trends.