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Chemotherapy Treatments
Chemotherapy employs drugs given orally or by injection to destroy cancer cells that may have spread beyond the tumor. Until recently, there has been some doubt about the effectiveness of chemotherapy for lung cancer. A major 2002 analysis of 52 trials supported its use, particularly with platinum-based regimens, and with the use of supportive care.
- Chemotherapy in early stages: Chemotherapy is proving to be beneficial in many patients as an additional (adjuvant) treatment ...
Expert & Community Posts
Chemotherapy in the Long Run: Treatment for BC Mets
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Testing for Lung Disease: The Cost and Aftermath
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25 Fast Facts: Breast Cancer By The Numbers
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Uninsured or Poorly Insured Patients Diagnosed at a Later Stage of Breast Cancer
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COPD and asthma: What's the difference?
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Health Guide
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Introduction
Although lung cancer accounts for only 13% of all cancers, it is among the most lethal, accounting for over 28% of all cancer deaths. It is more deadly than colon, breast, and prostate... Read more »Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Diagnostic Tests
Diagnostic TestsChest X-Rays. In a small percentage of cases, a routine chest x-ray reveals the first signs of lung cancer. Usually, however, symptoms of existing lung cancer, such as coughing, chest... Read more »Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Treatment Options by Stages
Surgical ProceduresSurgery is performed in the following circumstances:The surgical removal of an entire lobe or parts of a lung is the primary treatment for eligible patients in early stages of... Read more »Prostate Cancer Prognosis
PrognosisProstate cancer is the most common male cancer in the U.S. Only lung cancer causes more cancer deaths in American men. The lifetime probability of developing prostate cancer is about 16%.... Read more »Colon and Rectal Cancers: Treatment for Metastasized Colorectal Cancer
for Metastasized Colorectal CancerThe liver is the most frequent site for colorectal cancers to spread (metastasized). Here, treatments may slow the spread of cancer and even prolong... Read more »
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July 15, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) Higher education isn't just good for the mind; it's also good for your health. According to a new study done by the American... Read summary »
Chemo Combo Promising for Lung Cancer
August 18, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A combination of two chemotherapy regimens may be a viable alternative to current treatments for non-small cell lung cancer. A... Read summary »
Study Sheds New Light on Lung Cancer
October 29, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The findings of a multi-institution team of researchers give key insight into genetic changes that take place in the most... Read summary »
Could Emphysema Start in Childhood?
September 30, 2009(Ivanhoe Newswire) ? Everyone knows secondhand smoke can hurt young lungs, but most of the time the risk is associated with asthma or later... Read summary »
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