Lung Cancer Articles A-Z
Examples of treatments for lung cancer include surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and photodynamic therapy. This eMedTV Web page describes these treatments for lung cancer, including information about possible side effects and follow-up care.
As explained in this eMedTV resource, there are two basic types of lung cancer: non-small cell lung cancer and small cell lung cancer. Within these two groups are more specific forms of lung cancer, such as squamous cell carcinoma.
Researchers continue to study what causes lung cancer and to search for ways to prevent it. This eMedTV article looks at what causes lung cancer and offers in-depth explanations of each potential cause, such as cigarette smoking and radon exposure.
Doxorubicin uses include treating various types of cancer, such as lung or breast cancer. This eMedTV page describes what doxorubicin is used for in more detail, listing possible off-label uses and explaining how the drug works to kill cancer cells.
This eMedTV Web page describes how gemcitabine is used for treating breast cancer, ovarian cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, and pancreatic cancer. This page also discusses gemcitabine uses in children and some off-label uses of the drug.
What is lung cancer? Lung cancer is a disease in which uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells begins in lung tissue. This eMedTV article explains what lung cancer is while providing information about causes, types, stages, and symptoms of the disease.
Paclitaxel is used for the treatment of various types of cancer, including breast cancer and ovarian cancer. This eMedTV article further explains what paclitaxel is used for and discusses possible "off-label" uses for the drug.
What to Expect Without a Lobectomy
As this eMedTV segment explains, if you wait to have a lobectomy, you may be too sick to have it later. This Web page discusses what to expect without a lobectomy and lists several factors to consider before making your decision.
What to Expect Without Pneumonectomy
People who have lung cancer usually die sooner than people who do not have the tumors removed. This page of the eMedTV archives discusses what to expect without a pneumonectomy if your doctor has recommended this procedure.
Some people experience wound breakdown after a lobectomy. As this portion of the eMedTV site explains, if your wound does not heal well, it may require more attention and result in a thicker scar. This page discusses wound breakdown and lobectomy.
Wound Breakdown and Pneumonectomy
With any surgery, there is a possibility of wound breakdown, and a pneumonectomy is no exception. This eMedTV article explains how with wound breakdown, the scar may be thicker, and you may need to change the bandage every day.