Growing rapidly to become one of the most deadliest diseases in the US, lung cancer makes up nearly one quarter of all deaths per year.
“Cancer can strike anyone or at anytime. That is why it is imperative that we stay as well informed as we can.” (Thomas Maugh II)
Introduction
Wasn’t noticed until 1900’s
Smoking has been the worst cause
History
One quarter of all deaths each year(160,000)
More than breast, prostate, and colon combined
Rates
Normal cells experience transformation
Spread quickly
Primary/Secondary
Tumor
Healthy Lung vs. Cancerous Lung
SCLC◦ Less common
◦ Metastasize faster
NSCLC◦ More common
◦ Adenocarcinoma (30-35%)
Two Types
Smoking◦ First and secondhand
Radon exposure
Asbestos
Other
Causes
According to Richard Bowers of the York Daily Record, "Officials estimate that active smoking is responsible for close to 90 percent of lung cancer cases while radon causes 10 percent…”
Smoking
50% greater chance of survival if quit smoking
Health complications
Survival
Physical Health
Mental Health
Side effects
Treatment
Surgery
Chemotherapy
Radiation Therapy
Physical Treatment
“It is becoming clear to patient advocates that the mental health of lung cancer patients -- who rarely get the positive reinforcement, unfettered support and kindness of society -- is also worth defending.” (Dvorak, Petula)
Mental Health
Surgery◦ Problems during operation◦ Not successful
Chemotherapy and Radiation◦ Hair loss◦ Fatigue◦ Heart problems
Side effects
Drugs◦ Altima
◦ Iressa
Combination
New methods
Very different than treatment
Best way is not smoking to begin
A lot can be done, but never guaranteed
Prevention
Other health issues
Not successful treatment
Type and stage
Complications
Not gotten attention that it deserves
Breast cancer has been focus recently
Attention and respect are vital
Attention
In conclusion, it is evident that lung cancer has developed into one of the worst diseases in the world.
“Cancer can strike anyone or at anytime. That is why it is imperative that we stay as well informed as we can.” (Thomas Maugh II)