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- 01/04/2021
Can lung cancer be cured Stage 4?
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Stage 4 NSCLC is not curable, but it is treatable.
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Lung cancer at stage 4 is advanced, meaning it has spread beyond the lungs. While a complete cure is challenging, treatments can help manage the disease and improve quality of life.
- Treatment Goals: Focus on managing cancer, slowing progression, and reducing symptoms.
- Treatment Options: May include targeted therapy, immunotherapy, chemotherapy, or combinations, based on cancer characteristics.
- Individual Factors: Age, health, and tumor markers influence treatment choices.
- Supportive Care: Palliative care is crucial for symptom management and comfort.
Consult an oncologist for personalized advice. Advances in treatment have improved survival and quality of life even at this stage.
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no covid doesn't cause small cell carcinoma
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