Lung Cancer
Common ConditionLeading cause of cancer death in the Philippines, strongly associated with smoking. Early detection is difficult but critical for survival.
Symptoms
Persistent cough
Coughing up blood
Shortness of breath
Chest pain
Hoarseness
Unexplained weight loss
Loss of appetite
Fatigue
Bone pain
Recurring respiratory infections
Causes
1
Smoking (85-90% of cases)2
Secondhand smoke3
Radon exposure4
Asbestos exposure5
Air pollution6
Previous radiation therapy7
Family history8
Genetic factors9
Occupational exposures10
Diesel exhaustTreatments
Surgery (early stages)
Chemotherapy
Radiation therapy
Targeted therapy
Immunotherapy
Combination treatments
Palliative care
Clinical trials
Smoking cessation
Supportive care
When to See a Doctor
See a doctor for persistent cough, coughing up blood, unexplained weight loss, or chest pain. Smokers and former smokers may benefit from lung cancer screening with CT scan.
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Lung Cancer: Prevention Is the Best Treatment
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death because it's often diagnosed late. Quitting smoking is the most effective prevention. Low-dose CT screening can detect early cancer in high-risk individuals.
"Ang pinakamagandang gamot sa lung cancer ay ang hindi manigarilyo."
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