Finger Clubbing and Lung CancerA change in the appearance of the fingernails or toenails can be a sign of serious illness. One such change is called clubbing. Clubbing can be a sign that something... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Chemo and Hearing Loss ConnectionChemotherapy (chemo) can be a life-saving treatment, but it also can come with serious side effects. Hearing loss is a potential side effect of some chemo drugs, most commonly platinum-based... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Bone Pain and Lung CancerMany kinds of cancer can metastasize (spread to other parts of the body). These new cancer sites are called metastases. Depending on the type of cancer, metastases can be far... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Brachytherapy and SABT for Lung CancerBrachytherapy and stereotactic ablative brachytherapy (SABT) are 2 types of radiation therapy used to treat lung cancer. Radiation therapy aims high-energy rays at cancer cells to destroy them. Brachytherapy is... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Effect of Depression on Inflammation and Lung Cancer Survival RateExperts know that both lung cancer and depression are linked to changes and inflammation in the immune system. In a 2023 study, a research team at the University of Ohio... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Immunotherapy for ALK Positive Lung Cancer PatientsAbout 5 percent of all lung cancers are ALK-positive. And 30 percent of lung cancers in people diagnosed under age 40 are ALK-positive. People who develop ALK-positive lung cancer are... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Using Artificial Intelligence in Lung Cancer ScreeningLung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death worldwide. This is partly because lung cancer is often found in later stages. It also can look like many other illnesses... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Bacterial Engineering - A New Approach to Lung Cancer Therapy?Bacteria play an important role in a person's immune system. Today, scientists are looking at ways to use bacteria to treat cancer and other illnesses. One research team at Columbia... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Cancer Treatment: Immunotherapy Versus ChemotherapyMore people may know of chemotherapy or "chemo" as a cancer treatment. But immunotherapy as a cancer treatment is gaining traction, and for good reason. Immunotherapy is a promising advancement... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) CancerCancers that affect people between the ages of 15 and 39 are often called adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancers. This age group makes up about 5 percent of people... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Medical PTSD In Cancer PatientsFor many people, cancer is the worst fear of all. The word "cancer" often leads people to imagine hair loss, chemotherapy, nausea, and other physical symptoms. However, the physical symptoms... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Staying Hydrated on Chemo DaysWhen you have lung cancer, chemo dehydration is normal. Paying attention to the signs from your body that you're feeling more thirsty than usual is very important. However, getting enough... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Understanding Your Pathology ReportGetting a lung cancer diagnosis can be scary and surprising, especially when it comes along with a confusing pathology report. The words used by your doctor may not make any... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Stereotactic Body Radiation TherapyStereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) is a form of radiation therapy that helps kill tumors. Radiation is a form of energy that can be used safely at low doses. For... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Is EGFR+ Lung Cancer Hereditary?Epidermal growth factor receptor-positive (EGFR+) lung cancer is rare. It accounts for about 10 to 15 percent of lung cancers in the United States. There are several studies looking at... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Rethinking Palliative Care for Advanced CancersPalliative care is also called supportive care or comfort care. Discussing palliative care before you need to can be worrying. This is especially true if you connect palliative care with... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How Do Autoimmune Diseases Affect Cancer Risk?Our immune system is constantly working to fight foreign or dangerous invaders like viruses, fungi, or bacteria. This helps protect us from things like infections, the flu, and even cancer... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Treating Small Cell Lung Cancer With Radiation TherapyRadiation therapy uses high doses of radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. Sometimes called radiotherapy, radiation therapy can be an effective treatment for small cell lung cancer (SCLC).Chest... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
What Does EGFR+ Lung Cancer Mean?EGFR stands for epidermal growth factor receptor. EGFR is a protein that helps cells grow. However, a change (mutation) in the gene for EGFR can cause cells to grow too... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
NEPA and Managing Nausea from Lung Cancer TreatmentScientists are making breakthroughs in preventing nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy. One medicine, called NEPA, shows promise in warding off these side effects in people receiving chemo for lung cancer... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments