Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to lung cancer: Smoking by far is the major cause of lung cancer. Other causes include breathing someone else’s smoke, being exposed to cancer-causing chemicals, and being exposed to radiation. Lung cancer generally takes many years to develop even though damage to the lungs […]
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Here are definitions of medical terms related to lung cancer: Biopsy: The removal of a small amount of tissue from the body for study under a microscope. Carcinogen: A substance that causes the development of cancer. Diaphragm: The muscular tissue that separates the chest and the abdominal cavities, which aids breathing by moving up and down. Malignant: Cancerous; a
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Here are some reliable sources that can provide more information on lung cancer: American Lung Association Phone: (800) 586-4872 http://www.lungusa.org National Heart, Lung & Blood Institute Information Center Phone: (301) 251-1222 http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/index.htm The American Academy of Family Physicians http://familydoctor.org/ National Jewish Medical and Research Center Phone: 303/388-4461 Phone: 800/222-LUNG (5864) http://www.njc.org/
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Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system carries lymph fluid and white blood cells throughout body. The purpose of the lymphatic system is to fight infections. Like all cancers, lymphoma happens when the body’s cells grow out of control, often causing tumors to grow. Most lymphomas are made up of white
The cause of most lymphomas is not known. Most are probably caused by mutations in certain genes, called oncogenes, which then allow normal cells to divide out of control. These factors may increase a person’s risk of getting lymphoma: Exposure to chemicals such as certain solvents, pesticides, herbicides, and water contaminated with nitrate. Taking drugs that
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The first sign of lymphoma is often a painless lump or swollen gland in the neck, abdomen, underarm, or groin area. Lymphomas are often discovered during a visit to the doctor for another reason, or during a routine physical exam. Other symptoms may include: Red patches on the skin. Nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain. Coughing
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There are many different types of lymphoma. Researchers continue to seek better ways to group lymphomas so that doctors can predict the best treatment for a particular type of tumor. In most cases the type of lymphoma is less important than the grade and stage of a particular lymphoma. The different categories of lymphoma can
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Lymphoma is diagnosed through: Physical exam Blood tests Imaging tests Biopsy Physical Exam If a person has symptoms of lymphoma or notices a lump or swelling, the doctor will perform a complete physical exam. This includes checking the lymph nodes in the neck, armpit, or groin, and checking for an enlarged liver or spleen. The doctor will ask about
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Lung cancer is an uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in one or both of the lungs. The body is made up of different types of cells that normally divide and multiply in an orderly way. These new cells replace older cells. This process of cell birth and renewal occurs constantly in the body. Abnormal cells
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The most common cause of lung cancer is smoking. Smoking causes lung cancer because there are substances within tobacco that are known to cause cancer. These substances are known as carcinogens (which means “cancer-causing agents”), and it is these carcinogens that cause the actual damage to the cells in the lungs. A cell that is
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If a doctor suspects lung cancer, he or she will: Ask about your medical history Perform a physical examination Order specialized medical tests As part of taking your medical history, your doctor will ask about: Whether you smoke or have smoked in the past Your occupation Whether you have been exposed to certain occupational hazardous
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The treatment of lung cancer depends on its type and extent. Therefore, the doctor must obtain specific information before suggesting a treatment. The doctor will need to know: The type of lung cancer the patient has – whether small-cell lung cancer or non-small-cell lung cancer The size of the growth Exactly where in the lung
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