Lung Cancer

Lung cancer stands as one of the deadliest and most widespread forms of cancer affecting men and women globally.

Early diagnosis is crucial for enhancing treatment outcomes. Read on to learn more about lung cancer and to stay informed about the evolving treatment options.

Symptoms

Early symptoms of lung cancer can be subtle and easily overlooked. Here are the symptoms to be mindful of.

Persistent cough

Dyspnea (shortness of breath)

Hemoptysis (coughing out blood)

Chest pain

Fatigue

Repeated lung infections

If You Have Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Detection & Diagnosis

Early diagnosis and routine screening can lead to early treatment initiation. Seek medical attention if you suspect that you are experiencing any signs or symptoms of lung cancer.

Radiographic Imaging in Monitoring Cancer Therapy Response

How to Read Your Lung Cancer Pathology Report

Minimal Residual Disease Assays – Detecting Circulating Tumor DNA

The Doctor Said There's a Shadow on The Lung: Should I Worry?

Monitoring Therapy Response and Progression of Lung Cancer

Treatment & Recovery

Treating advanced lung cancer is often a battle against time. With advancement in cancer research and clinical trials, new lung cancer therapies provide recourse where existing treatments are less effective.

Chemotherapy for Lung Cancer

Immunotherapy for Lung Cancer

When is Radiation Therapy Used?

Key Terms

A lung nodule is a small, rounded growth or spot in the lung that can be seen on a chest X-ray or CT scan. These nodules are typically smaller than 30 mm (about 1½ inches). Most lung nodules are benign (non-cancerous). In some cases, lung nodules can be an early sign of lung cancer, especially in individuals with a history of smoking or other risk factors.

Learn more: The Doctor Said There is a Shadow on My Lung. Should I Worry?

Frequently Asked Questions

Patient & Survivor Stories

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Stage 3

I plan to save up more and resume working full time. I had to stop working when I started my treatment. My finances took a hit during my treatment.

NSCLC (Non-small cell lung cancer)

Quality of life is very important to me. I rather people remember me for who I was than for who they saw right before my death.

NSCLC (Non-small cell lung cancer)

I utilized cancer services, e.g. social worker, nutritionist, etc; that’s my practical advice for other cancer patients.

NSCLC (Non-small cell lung cancer)

I’ve never felt like a survivor - I’ve never felt like I’m truly in remission. I just take it day by day.

I don’t think that you can rely solely on the doctors. You have to also see what you can do for yourself.

After a regular check-up at the hospital, the doctor advised that I should undergo more tests. I felt something was wrong and true enough, I was eventually diagnosed.

Do your own research, be your own advocate. Because nobody will advocate for you. Unlock and look for treatments out there.

I lost my dad to cancer, and when I started showing similar symptoms, my mum urged me to visit the doctor. Eventually, I was diagnosed with stage 2 lung cancer.