The diagnosis of lung cancer brings with it many questions and a need for clear, understandable answers. We hope this booklet will help. It provides information about some causes and ways to prevent lung cancer, and it describes the symptoms, detection, diagnosis, and treatment of this disease. Having this important information can make it easier for patients and their families to handle the challenges they face.
Cancer research has led to progress against lung cancer--and our knowledge is increasing. Researchers continue to look for better ways to prevent, detect, diagnose, and treat lung cancer.
- Understanding the Cancer Process
- The Lungs
- Understanding Lung Cancer
- Lung Cancer: Who's at Risk?
- Recognizing Symptoms
- Diagnosing Lung Cancer
- Staging the Disease
- Treatment for Lung Cancer
- Treating Nonsmall Cell Lung Cancer
- Treating Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Side Effects
- The Importance of Followup Care
- Providing Emotional Support
- Questions for Your Doctor
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