Diseases
non-small cell lung cancer
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Overview
Non-small cell lung cancer is the most common type of lung cancer, Non-small cell lung cancer is an umbrella term for several types of lung cancers. Non-small cell lung cancers include squamous cell carcinoma, adenocarcinoma and large cell carcinoma
Symptoms
- shortness of breath
- chest pain
- a new cough that doesn't go away
- coughing up blood, even a small amount
- losing weight without trying
Causes
- smoking causes the majority of lung cancers — both in smokers and in people exposed to secondhand smoke.
Risk factors
- smoking
- exposure to secondhand smoke.
- previous radiation therapy.
Diagnosis
- imaging tests.
- sputum cytology.
- tissue sample (biopsy).
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is non-small cell lung cancer?
Non-small cell lung cancer is the most common type of lung cancer, Non-small cell lung cancer is an umbrella term for several types of lung cancers. Non-small cell lung cancers include squamous cell carcinoma, adenocarcinoma and large cell carcinoma
What are the symptoms of non-small cell lung cancer?
shortness of breath, chest pain, a new cough that doesn't go away, coughing up blood, even a small amount, losing weight without trying
What causes non-small cell lung cancer?
smoking causes the majority of lung cancers — both in smokers and in people exposed to secondhand smoke.
Which medicines are used for non-small cell lung cancer?
paclitaxel
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