This is one of two main forms of lung cancer, this one involving healthy cells that grow uncontrollably and form tumors. It’s important for doctors to distinguish which type of lung cancer they’re dealing with early so they can start the appropriate treatment, which differs dramatically for both. Here are 7 signs you may be developing NSCLC, but never jump to conclusions – let a medical professional sort it out.
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Lung cancer accounts for around 27-percent of all cancer fatalities worldwide. Luckily, medical scientists have been hard at work over the years working on more effective therapies in light of a cure. We take a look at six targeted therapies for lung cancer.
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Hemoptysis refers to coughing up blood. The source of the blood is typically the respiratory tract and can originate in the nose, mouth, pharynx (throat), bronchial tubes (airways leading to the lungs), or lungs. We look into the 10 common causes of hemoptysis.
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Cancer is characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells. Cancer may be caused by genetic mutations, as well as environmental and lifestyle factors. We look into the top cancers in the United States.
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A new study released by researchers at the University of Quebec and Centre INRS-Institut Armand-Frappier reveals that men who work the night shift are almost three times more likely to develop prostate cancer. The study involved 3,137 men who had cancer at one of 11 different sites on their bodies plus 512 men who didn’t […]
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Scientists have claimed to have developed a simple blood test that can accurately detect the initial stages of breast and lung cancer. Kansas State University researchers developed the test that can detect cancer before symptoms such as coughing and weight loss begin. Basically the test detects increased enzyme activity in the body. Iron nanoparticles coated […]
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