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Lung Cancer

Lung Cancer. Emily M. Lauren C. Shriya R. Definition and Origin. Lung Cancer is a cancer that originates in the tissues of the lungs or the cells lining the airways. It originates when normal lung cells become abnormal, usually after a series of mutations, and begin to divide out of control.

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Lung Cancer

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  1. Lung Cancer Emily M. Lauren C. Shriya R.

  2. Definition and Origin • Lung Cancer is a cancer that originates in the tissues of the lungs or the cells lining the airways. It originates when normal lung cells become abnormal, usually after a series of mutations, and begin to divide out of control. • Cancer of the lung was nearly nonexistent in the early 1900's. By the middle of the 20th century, however, an epidemic became apparent throughout the U.S.

  3. Lung Cancer Symptoms/Signs • Up to 25% of people who get lung cancer do not have any symptoms do not have any symptoms when the cancer is found. • As the cancer grows they will start having symptoms like: • Coughing • Shortness of Breath • Wheezing • Chest Pains • Shoulder Pains

  4. Is Lung Cancer Hereditary? • Even though the role of hereditary and lung cancer is not well-known, having a family history of lung cancer does increase the risk of developing lung cancer to some degree.

  5. 3 WOWs! • Lung cancer is the third largest killer in the U.S.A. • There are two types of lung cancer: extensive and limited. • People who don’t smoke can still get lung cancerfrom second hand smoke.

  6. Examples of Treatment • Even though there are a number of different options for treatment of lung cancer, the main three are surgical resection, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. • Newer therapy targets internal radiation and laser surgery.

  7. Role of Diet and Exercise • Avoid sugary drinks. • Limit consumption of energy-dense foods. • Eat more of a variety of vegetables, fruits, whole grains and legumes. • Limit consumption of red meats. • Avoid processed meats. • Limit alcoholic drinks. • Limit consumption of sodium. • Don’t use supplements. • Be physically active for at least 30 minutes every day.

  8. Role of Medicine • The main medication when you have lung cancer is chemotherapy. • It uses powerful medicines to kill the cancer cells inside of your body. • It helps control the growth and spread of the cancerous cells.

  9. Role of Family Support Given • Dedicating the time towards visiting your family in the hospital. • Picking up new roles in the family, especially if the person who is ill is the main provider for the family. • Coping with a potential death. • Having to take care of another person.

  10. Management of Problem • Short- Term: Most patients use a drug combination with limited stage small cell lung cancer is Cisplatin and Etoposide. • Long- Term: Patients are often treated with Cisplatin or Carboplatin in combination with either Etoposide and Irrinotecan.

  11. Impact on the Individual/Family • Most people informed that they have lung caner die within the first five years.

  12. Bibliography • "Definition Lung Cancer - What Is the Definition of Lung Cancer." Lung Cancer - Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Life With Lung Cancer. Web. 30 Jan. 2012. <http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/f/definitionlungcancer.htm>. • "10 Lung Cancer | LIVESTRONG.COM." LIVESTRONG.COM - Lose Weight & Get Fit with Diet, Nutrition & Fitness Tools | LIVESTRONG.COM. Web. 30 Jan. 2012. <http://www.livestrong.com/article/102944-lung-cancer/>. • Instructions, Step. "Interesting Facts On Lung Cancer." Hospital Pharmacy Drugs OTC And Prescription. Web. 30 Jan. 2012. <http://hospitalpharmacy.info/interesting-facts-on-lung-cancer/>. • "Lung Cancer History." Lung Cancer Surgery Photos and Movies. Web. 30 Jan. 2012. <http://www.lungcancersurgery.org/lung_cancer_history.htm>. • "Lung Cancer Treatment." Lung Cancer Answers | Lung Cancer. Web. 30 Jan. 2012. <http://www.lung-cancer.com/treatment.html>. • “Preventing Lung Cancer - Diet and Lung Cancer Prevention." Lung Cancer - Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Life With Lung Cancer. Web. 30 Jan. 2012. <http://lungcancer.about.com/od/preventinglungcance1/a/dietprev.htm>. • "Medication for Lung Cancer - WebMD." WebMD - Better Information. Better Health. Web. 30 Jan. 2012. <http://www.webmd.com/lung-cancer/tc/lung-cancer-medications>. • "Parent With Cancer - Helping a Teenage Child Cope With a Parent With Cancer." Lung Cancer - Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Life With Lung Cancer. Web. 30 Jan. 2012. <http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/a/teencope.htm>. • "Lung Cancer Signs and Symptoms by MedicineNet.com." Web. 31 Jan. 2012. <http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=52889>.

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