By Lung cancer is a common form of this disease and claims some lives worldwide every year. This is one of the leading forms of cancer in men
followed by the head-neck region and is the fifth most
Common cancer that affects women in India.
To spread awareness on the occasion of the World Lung Cancer Day which on August 1, Dr. Drawar Behera, Director, Lung Medicine at Fortis Hospital, Mohali, in an advisor explains the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options to prevent lung cancer -lungs.
The World Lung Cancer Day-2022 theme is ‘CLOSE OF Treatment Gaps’.
Lung cancer occurs due to uncontrolled cell growth in the lungs that spread to the surrounding tissue. This can inhibit one’s respiratory organs. Early diagnosis is important so that treatment can begin earlier, “said
Dr. Behera.
Stating that smoking is one of the main causes of lung cancer, Dr. Behera, said, “Using products related to tobacco can harm lung tissue and the ability to inhale oxygen. Tobacco smoke contains carbon monoxide, which can limit oxygen in your blood, in addition to 4,000 carcinogens (cancer -causing agents). People over 50 years who regularly smoke must undergo screening of lung cancer with low-dose CT scan each year. “
Symptom
The main symptoms of lung cancer include coughing, phlegm blood, chest pain, fever, weakness, fatigue, malaise, loss of appetite, and weight loss. This disease is usually diagnosed in advanced stages due to rapid development.
Diagnosis
Lung cancer can be diagnosed through laboratory tests, PET/CT scanning, bronchoscopy, and endobronchial ultrasound (ebus). A bronchoscopy is carried out when a biopsy is carried out, and the cytology of fine needle aspiration and lung fluid examination also confirm the main site of cancer. Pathological tests help diagnose cancer and medical lines.
Treatment
Lung cancer therapy mainly consists of surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. Diagnostic facilities are available throughout the country. Targeted therapy and immunotherapy are the latest progress in treating lung cancer even in advanced stages.