Lung cancer (or carcinoma) is one of the most common cancers diagnosed in both men and women. There are two general categories of lung cancer, small cell lung cancer (SCLC) or non small lung cancer (NSCLC). There are several reasons for making the distinction between NSCLC and small cell lung cancer. The cancers appear differently when examined under the microscope. The early symptoms tend to be different. Treatment approach is different.
There are several varieties of non small...
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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