Small Cell Carcinoma of Lung Learning Center
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Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) is a fast-growing type of lung cancer. It tends to spread much more quickly than non-small cell lung cancer. There are three different types of small cell lung cancer: Small cell carcinoma ... |
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Symptoms
Cough; Bloody sputum; Shortness of breath; Wheezing; Chest pain; Loss of appetite; Weight loss. Additional symptoms t...
Causes
About 15% of all lung cancer cases are small cell lung cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. Small cell l...
Tests
The health care provider will perform a physical exam and ask questions about your medical history. You will be asked...
Treatments
Because small cell lung cancer spreads quickly throughout the body, treatment must include cancer-killing drugs (chem...
Complications
Cancer spreads to other parts of the body; Side effects of surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy.
Prevention
If you smoke, stop smoking. It's never too early to quit. Try to avoid secondhand smoke. Routine screening for lung c...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of lung cancer (particularly if you smoke.
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