Tag Archives: Lung
20
Jun
Radon in Your Home Can Cause Lung Cancer
When you think about pollution, you may only consider what you’re exposed to outdoors. But indoor air quality in your home matters, too...
18
Jun
What to Know About Lung Cancer That Has Spread to the Brain
Lung cancer is one of the cancers most likely to spread to the brain. Roughly 25 percent of people with lung cancer have brain metastas...
12
Jun
What Happens After a Lung CT Scan?
If you meet the criteria for lung cancer screening — meaning you are or have a history of being a heavy smoker — experts recommend an a...
12
Jun
Lung Cancer Symptoms
Signs of lung cancer often don’t appear until the cancer has advanced to a stage where it’s difficult to treat. This helps explain why ...
07
Jun
What Is Squamous Cell Lung Cancer?
Treatment options for squamous cell lung cancer will depend on various factors, such as the stage of the disease, the type, whether cer...
07
Jun
When Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Spreads: What to Expect
Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is the most common type of lung cancer , making up about 80 to 85 percent of all cases.e60dc2a1-f33c...
04
Jun
Tips for Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer and Breathlessness
Shortness of breath — also known as dyspnea — is a common problem among people with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).While...
02
Jun
Liquid Biopsy for Lung Cancer: Types, Uses, and Risks
After your procedure, you can go about your life as you normally would, without restrictions. The analysis usually takes one to two wee...
02
Jun
What Not to Say When Offering Support to Someone With Lung Cancer
It can be hard to find the right words when someone you know and love tells you they’ve been diagnosed with lung cancer. This is especi...
29
May
How ‘Prehab’ and Rehab Can Change the Game for Lung Cancer Patients
Newly diagnosed lung cancer patients don’t necessarily begin treatment immediately, says Nicole Stout, a doctor of physical therapy and...