MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'About.com Lung Cancer' source. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:41:12 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5666843&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2012%2F02%2F07%2Fa-personal-take-on-cancer-and-coping-with-the-unexpected.htm Living with cancer has it's challenges as we cope with the "routine" and "expected" when it comes to treatment. But until I had cancer myself, I hadn't realized that sometimes the unexpected is harder to cope with. Sometimes it's the things that we don't plan on that hit the hardest - even if those things aren't really that bad....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5666843 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5666843 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5666844&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2012%2F02%2F06%2Fmodeling-athletic-supporters-to-support-cancer-research.htm I hadn't quite captured the double meaning of "athletic supporters" until I learned of a new effort to support cancer research. Yes, there are "athletic supporters" cheering on their teams in stadiums worldwide. Then there are the "athletic supporters" that are usually hidden from view. Athletic supporters that are donned beneath outerwear and invisible to the public, or kept discretely in dresser drawers....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5666844 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:16:17 +0100 5666844 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5659471&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38313&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fwhatislungcancer%2Fa%2FLung-Mass.htm If you’ve been told that you have a lung mass, you probably feel confused and frightened. What might be the causes of a lung mass, and what can you expect in the days ahead? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5659471 Sun, 05 Feb 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5659471 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5647254&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2012%2F01%2F30%2Fcancer-treatment-affects-quality-of-life-and-mood.htm I didn't need to read the results of a new study to understand that cancer treatment can affect quality of life. I've lived that statement. But it's still important to spread the word. When it comes to treatment, our first thoughts are usually about what it can do for us. Get rid of cancer for good, or at least hold it in it's tracks for awhile. It seems almost taboo in a way to concentrate on what it does that casts a negative light. What it does that has a negative impact on our lives....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5647254 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:01:42 +0100 5647254 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5647255&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2012%2F01%2F30%2Fwhat-causes-lung-nodules.htm Hearing that you or a loved one has a scan showing nodules can pull the carpet out from under you. I remember reading a CT scan report on my own mother that showed "multiple lung nodules." Immediately my mind began rattling off every possible diagnosis and worst case scenario -- over and over and over again -- like a PC infected with a virus....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5647255 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:32:19 +0100 5647255 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5647253&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2012%2F01%2F31%2Fwhat-does-it-mean-if-i-have-a-lung-mass.htm Many of you have written to me after receiving the news that you have a lung mass. How scary. And how totally confusing. First it helps to define what a lung mass is. A lung mass is a "spot" on the lungs seen with an x-ray or CT scan that measures at least 3 cm (1 ½ inches) or more in diameter. If a spot or spots are less than 3 cm they are considered lung nodules....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5647253 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5647253 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5638216&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2012%2F01%2F26%2Fthe-hidden-cause-of-lung-cancer.htm Many of you know of someone who developed lung cancer even though they never smoked. Likewise, many of us know of someone who had lung cancer even though they smoked much less than others who didn't develop the disease....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5638216 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5638216 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619790&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2012%2F01%2F22%2Fdelays-in-the-diagnosis-of-lung-cancer.htm A common theme among people I talk with who have lung cancer is how long it took to be diagnosed. Sometimes the delays I hear about are fairly short - the specialist was busy for a week and a half before they could get in. But other times the delays are months in length....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619790 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 14:52:29 +0100 5619790 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5628204&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2012%2F01%2F23%2Ffree-telephone-workshop-on-advances-in-treating-lung-cancer.htm If you are living with lung cancer, it might seem like little progress has been made in how it is treated. But advances are being made. CancerCare -- a not-for-profit organization that offers free professional support to anyone dealing with cancer - is offering a free workshop to talk about some of these advances. The best thing (besides being free) is that you can listen from the comfort of you own home, either on your telephone or computer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5628204 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5628204 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5619789&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2012%2F01%2F22%2Fvideo-assisted-thoracic-surgery-vats-for-stage-1-lung-cancer.htm Surgery for early stage lung cancer offers the chance for a cure, yet removing a lobe of a lung is a very major surgery. Because of this, newer techniques have been developed with the hope of accomplishing the same goal in a less invasive way. One of these is video-assisted thorascopic surgery (VATS)....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5619789 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5619789 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5572024&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fwhatislungcancer%2Fig%2FFamous-People-Lung-Cancer%2Findex.htm This photo gallery is a tribute to some famous people with lung cancer. As the leading cause of cancer deaths, many famous people have died from lung cancer and left us with stories and memories. (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5572024 Sun, 08 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5572024 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5537512&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ftreatmentoflungcancer%2Fa%2FChemotherapy-Port.htm Are you concerned about what a chemotherapy port is, and what the benefits and risks are for chemotherapy? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5537512 Sat, 24 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5537512 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5524239&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fwhatislungcancer%2Fa%2FLung-Pain.htm Though the term lung pain isn’t entirely accurate -– the lungs don’t have pain receptors -– many people experience pain that feels like it is in the lungs. What should you know if you are experiencing lung pain? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5524239 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5524239 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5552164&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F12%2F28%2Fchildbirth-and-lung-cancer-risk.htm We know that lung cancer in women is different in many ways. We know that some lung cancer cells have estrogen receptors. And we know that with some cancers, the number of children a woman gives birth to plays a role in risk....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5552164 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5552164 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5468540&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fsymptoms%2Fa%2FShortness-Of-Breath.htm Shortness of breath is a common symptom that can be a cause for concern. What are some of the causes, when should you see your doctor, and what tests might she recommend? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5468540 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5468540 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5486528&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F12%2F07%2Ffree-telephone-workshop-on-managing-the-costs-of-cancer.htm Hard economic times have touched so many people in recent years. But cancer adds a double whammy to an already precarious position for some. It's not just the medical bills that can break a budget (even with good health insurance), but at the same time that medical expenses soar, many people with cancer are unable to work as much to fit the bill - if at all....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5486528 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5486528 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5457144&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F11%2F28%2Fcould-shortness-of-breath-mean-lung-cancer.htm Since we don't have a widespread screening test for lung cancer, we have to rely on recognizing the possible symptoms. But those symptoms aren't always obvious. At least 40% of people are already at stage 4 at the time of their diagnosis....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5457144 Sat, 26 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5457144 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5440424&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Flivingwithlungcancer%2Ftp%2FImproving-Lung-Cancer-Survival.htm What if we knew of something you could do - besides surgery and chemotherapy and radiation therapy - that may improve your survival with lung cancer? Check out these tips. (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5440424 Thu, 24 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5440424 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5449601&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F11%2F26%2Flung-cancer-familyfriend-caregiver-contest.htm I'm amazed so often as I meet lung cancer caregivers. I can't believe the love - the strength - and the humility these friends and loved ones simply overflow with. But of course, the focus of attention is usually on the person facing cancer. Now we have an opportunity to put caregivers in the limelight for a moment....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5449601 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5449601 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5431461&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F11%2F21%2Fnatural-ways-to-improve-lung-cancer-survival.htm When we talk about treating cancer to lengthen survival, the conversation usually focuses on 3 things. Surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. But credible studies have shown that there are other ways to improve survival as well. And most of them don't even require a trip to the doctor....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5431461 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5431461 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5407376&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F11%2F14%2Finoperable-lung-cancer-patients-worried-about-familys-fears.htm I've been touched when I hear lung cancer survivors say that their biggest concern is their family's feelings. My gut would say something different. Like -- perhaps -- their treatment and survival would come first?...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5407376 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5407376 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5400415&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F11%2F09%2Fair-pollution-a-risk-factor-for-lung-cancer-in-never-smokers.htm I think -- rather I know -- that the general population doesn't understand how common lung cancer is in never smokers. And to share just a few statistics to back my thoughts, 20% of women who develop lung cancer have never smoked, and lung cancer in never smokers is considered to be the 6th leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5400415 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 16:56:48 +0100 5400415 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5400414&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F11%2F10%2Ffatigue-worsens-during-chemotherapy.htm Honestly...I didn't need to read a new study to understand that fatigue worsens throughout the course of chemotherapy. I've seen in others. I experienced it myself. I'll share what the study said, but then explain why I felt a need to share it with you. After all, if your energy is at an all-time-low, do you really want to spend your time learning that you should be tired?...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5400414 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5400414 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5400416&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F11%2F02%2Ffree-telephone-workshop-on-nutrition-and-weight-changes-with-cancer.htm Whether it is weight loss -- or weight gain - or side effects of treatment that interfere with eating, most of us have had to cope with at least a few nutritional concerns during cancer treatment....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5400416 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 14:50:53 +0100 5400416 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5400417&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F10%2F31%2Fniagara-falls-to-be-lit-up-for-lung-cancer.htm Lung cancer needs to be noticed. And I can't think of a more roaring way than lighting up Niagara Falls. Sound like a fantasy? It would have been for me. But my friend Christine Dwyer didn't let words like "impossible" stop her....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5400417 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:08:23 +0100 5400417 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5360079&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ftreatmentoflungcancer%2Fa%2FMaintenance-Therapy-For-Lung-Cancer.htm Unlike many cancers, maintenance therapy is a relatively new concept when it comes to lung cancer. What is maintenance therapy and when is it used? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5360079 Sun, 30 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5360079 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5360078&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38313&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fchemotherap1%2Fa%2FLong-Term-Side-Effects-Of-Chemotherapy_2.htm Long term side effects of chemotherapy don't affect everyone, and an awareness of concerns and a healthy lifestyle may decrease the risk. How can you lower your risk of long term side effects of chemotherapy? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5360078 Sun, 30 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5360078 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5347039&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F10%2F22%2Fdepression-during-lung-cancer-treatment-linked-with-lower-survival.htm Depression during cancer treatment certainly lowers a person's quality of life. But it appears -- at least when it is present at the time of the first chemotherapy session for people with advanced lung cancer -- to be associated with a lower survival rate as well....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5347039 Sat, 22 Oct 2011 21:29:12 +0100 5347039 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5347038&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F10%2F23%2Flung-cancer-vaccine-combined-with-chemotherapy-shows-promise.htm Wouldn't it be wonderful if we had vaccinations available to prevent and treat cancers, like we do for many infectious diseases? The concept makes sense. Stimulating our immune systems to fight off invaders that don't belong in our bodies. Assisting our own bodies in doing the work, rather than relying on "outside" medications and procedures to remove "foreign" cells. But thus far, with lung cancer anyway, a vaccine to treat the disease has remained something of science fiction....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5347038 Sat, 22 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5347038 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5323797&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fglossary%2Ff%2Fdefinitionlungcancer.htm Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in both men and women in the United States. What is the definition of lung cancer? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5323797 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5323797 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5304150&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F10%2F10%2Fshould-treatment-of-the-elderly-with-advanced-lung-cancer-be-different.htm We know that our bodies change with age, and what someone may tolerate at age 20 can differ from what they can tolerate at age 80. Still, should age alone dictate the best treatments for cancer?...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5304150 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5304150 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5285263&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Flivingwithlungcancer%2Ftp%2FFree-Stuff-For-Lung-Cancer-Patients.htm Did you know there is a lot of free stuff for lung cancer patients that you can receive by taking only a minute of your time? When I think about the tremendous financial and emotional costs of this disease, I am thankful for volunteers who can make the journey just a bit less hard on the pocketbook while bringing encouragement and cheer. (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5285263 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5285263 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5285264&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F10%2F05%2Flung-cancer-risk-due-to-on-the-job-exposure-to-metals.htm We know that occupational exposures to some metals can raise the risk of developing lung cancer. But when should you be concerned? A new study involving nearly 6,000 people looked at several metals to see if they might be linked to an elevated risk of lung cancer. These included the dust and fumes of arsenic, chromium, nickel, cadmium, and also inorganic pigment dust and inorganic acid dust....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5285264 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5285264 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5273380&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F09%2F29%2Fexposure-to-goats-may-increase-lung-cancer-risk.htm In a session presented at the 2011 European Respiratory Society's Annual Congress, researchers presented a possible unexpected risk factor for lung cancer. Goats. How in the world would someone begin to consider goats as a possible risk factor? It's not that far-fetched after all. One rare form of lung cancer - pneumatic-type lung adenocarcinoma (P-ADC) bears a resemblance to an infection that causes lung tumors in sheep. The theory is that perhaps the infection could be transmitted from goats to humans elevating the risk of human lung cancer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5273380 Thu, 29 Sep 2011 20:40:28 +0100 5273380 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5273379&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F09%2F30%2Ffree-things-for-people-with-lung-cancer.htm The old cliché "the best things in life are free" rings even more true when you are facing cancer. Not just because you realize what's truly most important in life. But because having cancer is expensive!...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5273379 Thu, 29 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5273379 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5250425&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F09%2F23%2Flung-cancer-increases-risk-of-stroke.htm Coping with a diagnosis of lung cancer is difficult enough, without hearing that the risk of stroke may be increased. But a new study suggests that such is the case for people living with lung cancer - and the risk is most pronounced early on after the diagnosis of lung cancer is made....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5250425 Fri, 23 Sep 2011 19:32:24 +0100 5250425 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5250424&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F09%2F24%2Fupstage-lung-cancer-fights-lung-cancer-with-a-musical-salute-to-leonard-bernstein.htm If you will happen to be in Boston on October 25th, mark the date. But even if you won't, I still love sharing about lung cancer events such as the one that Upstage Lung Cancer has planned....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5250424 Fri, 23 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5250424 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5250426&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F09%2F21%2Ffree-telephone-workshop-on-personalized-medicine-for-lung-cancer.htm There's a lot of talk now about "personalized medicine." But what does that mean if you are living with lung cancer? Thankfully CancerCare, a non-for-profit organization that provides support for people with cancer, is offering a free workshop to answer that question for you. And the wonderful thing is that no traveling is required. You can join the workshop from the comfort of your home or office using your telephone or computer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5250426 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 19:45:48 +0100 5250426 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5208130&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38313&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fwhatislungcancer%2Fa%2FSymptoms-Of-Lung-Cancer-In-Non-Smokers.htm The symptoms of lung cancer in non-smokers may be different from those in people who smoke. What symptoms should you be aware of? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5208130 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5208130 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5225042&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F09%2F16%2Flung-cancer-symptoms-in-non-smokers-may-be-different.htm There have been many changes in medicine since I was in medical school, but one thing remains constant. The importance of knowing the symptoms of a disease has little to do with how much voice it gets....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5225042 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5225042 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5196181&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fglossary%2Fg%2FPleural-Cavity.htm The pleural cavity plays an important role in the normal functioning of the lungs. What is the pleural cavity and why is it important?

 (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5196181 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5196181 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5208131&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F09%2F08%2Fimproving-long-term-survival-with-stage-3-lung-cancer.htm Sadly, the survival rates for people with stage 3 lung cancer have not been what we would hope for. And we are not talking small numbers. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths for both men and women in the United States, and 30% of people are at stage 3 at the time of diagnosis....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5208131 Mon, 29 Aug 2011 04:00:00 +0100 5208131 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5175545&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F08%2F29%2Fmusic-helps-with-cancer-anxiety.htm I think we've all had those moments in which music takes us to a better place. And coping with the anxiety of cancer seems to be no exception. In a recently published summary, researchers looked at the results of 30 studies involving close to 2000 cancer survivors to evaluate the effect of music on well-being. Some of the studies involved listening to music alone, whereas others involved a hospital music based program....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5175545 Tue, 16 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5175545 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5143416&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F08%2F17%2Fcoping-with-cancer-fears.htm Today I'm going to write from a different angle. I may have a few insights to share, but I want even more to hear yours. How do we cope with cancer fears?...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5143416 Sat, 06 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5143416 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5103764&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F08%2F06%2Fexercise-benefits-lung-cancer-patients-during-chemotherapy.htm We know exercise is good for us. But what about exercise during chemotherapy for people with advanced lung cancer? It's an important question - having experienced chemo myself. Sometimes exercise is the last thing we want to do....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5103764 Sat, 06 Aug 2011 13:41:45 +0100 5103764 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5103763&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F08%2F07%2Ffunny-cancer-blessings.htm I have to begin this musing by admitting that cancer is a serious, scary disease. I know. I have it. But sometimes a little dose of humor can be just what the doctor ordered. Inspired by my 13-year-old son, I asked a few people around me with cancer about their own experiences with funny cancer blessings. Here are a few thoughts....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5103763 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5103763 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5063465&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F07%2F26%2Flung-cancer-uncommon-questions.htm What did you always want to know about lung cancer but were afraid to ask? What are those questions you wrote on your list that you with took to see your oncologist, but crossed off as less important? Or maybe you just didn't consider them worthy of the time....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5063465 Tue, 19 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5063465 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5052470&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F07%2F20%2Fhospice-enrollment-and-lung-cancer-survival.htm Simply hearing the word "hospice" conjures about anxious emotions for many people. And it's not just people living with cancer and their loved ones. Physicians are often hesitant to bring up hospice care as well. For both patients and physicians, talking about hospice can be associated with a "feeling of giving up." At least from a physical/survival point of view....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5052470 Tue, 12 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5052470 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5009680&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fglossary%2Fg%2Fprogressfree.htm Progression free survival is a term used to describe an individuals response to treatment or the results of a clinical trial. What is progression free survival? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5009680 Fri, 08 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5009680 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5020227&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F07%2F13%2Ffor-women-with-cancer-look-good-feel-better-tomorrow.htm I love the program Look Good Feel Better. In fact, as I write this, I'm looking for the nearest local program I can visit as a cancer survivor myself. But if you happen to have some time tomorrow, anyone with computer access can participate in this wonderful program from the comfort of their own home. Two leading health and beauty experts will be discussing tips for cancer patients on coping with the effects of treatment - ranging from skin, hair and nails changes, to changes in weight. And you'll have the chance to ask any pressing questions you have - LIVE....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5020227 Wed, 06 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5020227 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5009681&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F07%2F07%2Fthinking-about-hpv-and-cancer.htm As the Guide to STDs here at About.com, I spend a lot of time writing about HPV related cancers. However, I was surprised when I discovered last year that lung cancer might be on that list. Research on the subject has been going on for years, but since I look at things from... a different angle, it had somehow slipped past my attention....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5009681 Sun, 26 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5009681 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4970005&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fglossary%2Fg%2Fredbloodcells.htm RBC's can be affected by chemotherapy for cancer. What are RBC's (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4970005 Sun, 26 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4970005 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4970007&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F06%2F23%2Flung-cancer-in-heart-transplant-recipients.htm Two new studies suggest that patients who have had cardiac transplantation may be at increased risk for lung cancer. One study, reported at the 2nd European Lung Cancer Conference in May, 2011, looked at 2,831 patients who received organ transplants in France between February 1984 and September 2006. They found that those who had received heart or liver transplants had a significantly higher incidence of subsequent lung cancer than did patients who received kidney transplants. The incidence of lung cancer among the heart transplant patients was 2.8%....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4970007 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 18:30:36 +0100 4970007 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4970006&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F06%2F27%2Fdo-you-need-a-second-opinion.htm When you begin your journey through your diagnosis for lung cancer (or any difficult disease or condition) you need confidence at every step that you are being given good advice, that you are learning about all your treatment options, and that you can trust your new providers - doctors, nurses and an entire team you never expected to need....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4970006 Wed, 22 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4970006 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4936547&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F06%2F14%2Fwith-lung-cancer-we-cant-reconstruct-lungs.htm In a few days I'll write again about the latest finding in lung cancer. Or maybe I'll share a nutrition tip (complete with a recipe) that might lower the risk of lung cancer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4936547 Sun, 05 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4936547 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4863808&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fradiationtherap1%2Ff%2FRadiation-Recall.htm Radiation recall is a reaction that sometimes occurs when people receive chemotherapy following radiation therapy. What is radiation recall, what are the symptoms, and how is it treated?

 (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4863808 Wed, 25 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4863808 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4903925&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F06%2F06%2Fcancer-happens.htm I've written a lot about the stigma of lung cancer. Yet, sometimes our perspectives change. Today I'm writing about the stigma of lung cancer in a new light. From the stance of a recently diagnosed breast cancer...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4903925 Tue, 24 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4903925 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4863809&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F05%2F25%2Fsummer-sun-safety-with-lung-cancer.htm For those of us who live in the north, the long winter has finally come to an end. And if you can't wait to get outside, that's a good thing. Sunshine can warm your spirits, and higher vitamin D levels have actually been linked with improved survival rates with early stage lung cancer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4863809 Sun, 15 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4863809 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4830941&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F05%2F16%2Fhow-to-help-someone-with-cancer.htm I don't know how often I'm asked the question, "How can I help someone with cancer?" But it seems to be one of those most pressing questions asked by anyone who knows anyone with cancer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4830941 Sun, 08 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4830941 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4805632&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F05%2F09%2Flung-cancer-and-mothers-day.htm On Mother's day 2011 - yesterday - I was left speechless. For those of you who know me, I'm not usually at such a complete loss for words. But the words of those who have cherished their mothers and then lost them to lung cancer - or are mothers who have struggled with lung cancer themselves - are the voice I wish to share today....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4805632 Wed, 04 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4805632 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4782166&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fsymptoms%2Fa%2FBack-Pain-Lung-Cancer.htm Can back pain be a symptom of lung cancer? What might cause back pain with lung cancer, and how is lung cancer related back pain different from other causes of back pain? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4782166 Wed, 04 May 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4782166 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4759332&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fchemotherap1%2Ff%2FCombination-Chemotherapy.htm Combination chemotherapy is often used for many types of cancer including lung cancer. What is combination chemotherapy and why is it used?


 (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4759332 Wed, 27 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4759332 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4782167&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F05%2F05%2Flung-cancer-different-in-asians.htm We know that lung cancer isn't one disease. Lung cancer in men differs from lung cancer in women. Lung cancer in non-smokers differs from lung cancer in people who smoke. And, it appears that lung cancer in Asians has unique characteristics as well....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4782167 Tue, 26 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4782167 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4735680&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fglossary%2Fg%2FPleural-Fluid.htm Pleural fluid is a thin substance that plays a role in respiration. What is pleural fluid, and why is it important?

 (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4735680 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4735680 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4759333&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F04%2F27%2Fpneumonia-better-do-you-need-a-chest-x-ray-to-look-for-lung-cancer.htm Medicine has its share of double-edged swords. One of these -- X-rays -- have the potential to detect disease and save lives, while exposing people to radiation that may cause disease and shorten life. The question becomes, "Where is the balance?"...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4759333 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4759333 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4735681&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F04%2F20%2Fnot-enough-clinical-trials-for-lung-cancer.htm Clinical trials for cancer are the road to the future. As the method by which new treatments are examined -- treatments that might just work better than what we currently have -- these studies are essential to make a difference in survival rates down the line. Given the fact that lung cancer is the leading cause of lung cancer in both men and women, and the survival rate is lower than that with many other cancers, it would seem that clinical trials for lung cancer would be abundant. So are they?...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4735681 Sun, 17 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4735681 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4725370&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F04%2F18%2Fpatient-physician-communication-lacking-for-lung-cancer.htm A diagnosis of lung cancer raises a flurry of questions to be addressed. Not just about treatment options, but about concerns regarding practical needs, emotional symptoms, spiritual concerns, and difficult topics, such as when to consider hospice or draw up a living will. So how well are physicians doing in addressing those questions for people living with lung cancer?...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4725370 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4725370 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4685985&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Falternativetreatment1%2Fa%2FYoga-For-Cancer.htm Many cancer centers, as well as community organizations, now offer yoga for cancer patients. What are the benefits of yoga for cancer, and how can you get started? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4685985 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4685985 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4715298&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F04%2F14%2Ffree-telephone-workshop-on-metastatic-lung-cancer.htm Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with metastatic lung cancer? Or are you an advocate or a health care professional who wishes to learn more? Next week, CancerCare is offering a free telephone workshop covering many of the questions you may have....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4715298 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4715298 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4643985&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ftreatmentoflungcancer%2Fu%2FTreatment.htm Lung cancer treatment options include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery, as well as the option to participate in clinical trials and use various complementary and alternative treatment methods. Lung cancer treatments depend upon the type and stage of lung cancer, as well as general health and personal choice. (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4643985 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4643985 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4643984&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fcausesoflungcance1%2Fu%2FSymptoms-Diagnosis.htm What are the symptoms of lung cancer? How is lung cancer diagnosed? What causes lung cancer? Understanding the common symptoms of lung cancer, who is at risk, and tests used to diagnose lung cancer, can help you work with your doctor during this anxious time. (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4643984 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4643984 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4643983&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Flivingwithlungcancer%2Fu%2FCoping.htm Coping with lung cancer is easier with the support of family and friends, but it is important to practice good self-care as well. Being prepared for doctors visits, knowing the common symptoms of your treatments and ways to manage them, and having suggestions for how loved ones can help you in your journey can go a long way in helping you cope day to day with lung cancer. (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4643983 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 23:00:00 +0100 4643983 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4677495&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F04%2F04%2Fsoy-may-improve-lung-cancer-radiation-response.htm Who would have thought that something as simple as dietary soy might make radiation therapy more effective for people with lung cancer? But a new study suggests that's the case. Researchers looked at phytochemicals - that is plant based chemicals called isoflavones...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4677495 Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4677495 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4636986&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F03%2F25%2Fmenthol-cigarettes-and-lung-cancer-risk.htm At at time when the FDA is considering a ban on the sale of menthol containing cigarettes in the United States, a new study suggests that menthol might not be the concern they should be focusing on....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4636986 Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4636986 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4611430&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fchemotherapysideeffect1%2Fa%2FNeuropathy-Chemotherapy.htm Neuropathy from chemotherapy can be a very annoying symptom due to the discomfort and limitations it can create in daily activities. What are the symptoms, treatments, and prognosis for neuropathy from chemotherapy? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4611430 Sat, 19 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4611430 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4632248&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F03%2F24%2Fhospice-use-with-lung-cancer-varies-by-race.htm It's hard for me to imagine not having had the services of hospice as I cared for family members who were dying. Emotionally - after making the decision as a family for hospice - it felt like we were transported from a lonely desolate island to an Eden of sorts. From a social support standpoint that is....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4632248 Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4632248 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4606681&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F03%2F18%2Fman-set-to-trek-2600-miles-with-stage-4-lung-cancer.htm It doesn't seem possible does it? Treking with lung cancer? And 2650 miles with stage 4 lung cancer to boot?...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4606681 Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4606681 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4593995&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F03%2F14%2Faspirin-and-lung-cancer-risk.htm A study last year touted the benefits of aspirin for cancer prevention. Looking at many studies combined, it looked like a conversation with your doctor about aspirin might not be a bad idea. But what about lung cancer? Could we say "take 2 aspirin and you may be able to skip calling the lung cancer doctor some morning?"...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4593995 Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4593995 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4578455&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fsmallcelllungcancer%2Ff%2FSmall-Cell-Lung-Cancer-Survival.htm Small cell lung cancer survival can vary among different people. What affects small cell lung cancer survival and what are the statistics?

 (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4578455 Sun, 13 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4578455 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4561542&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Flungcancermetastases%2Fa%2FLung-Cancer-Liver.htm Lung cancer spread to the liver is common in the advanced stages of lung cancer. What are the symptoms, treatment, and prognosis of lung cancer spread (metastatic) to the liver, and how is it diagnosed? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4561542 Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4561542 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4552432&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fglossary%2Fg%2FWhat-Is-A-Bone-Scan-For-Cancer.htm A bone scan for cancer may be recommended to evaluate symptoms you have, such as bone pain or unexpected fractures, or to to see if your cancer has spread (metastasized) to help determine the stage of your cancer. What is a bone scan? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4552432 Sun, 06 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4552432 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4550207&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2FLung-Cancer-And-Smoking%2Ff%2FSmokers-Lung-Cancer.htm What percentage of smokers get lung cancer? We know that smoking is responsible for a large percent of lung cancers, but what are the statistics? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4550207 Sat, 05 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4550207 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4581704&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F03%2F14%2Fsex-during-and-after-cancer-treatment.htm Even if I was totally naive, I'd only have to turn the TV on for a minute to realize sex is important. And just because someone has cancer, doesn't mean they become less human....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4581704 Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4581704 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4550208&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F03%2F04%2Flung-disease-may-raise-risk-of-lung-cancer.htm As I wrote this title I can already hear my kids. "Mom - is there anything that doesn't raise the risk of cancer?" So I'll jump to my defense first. Lung cancer is most treatable in the earlier stages of the disease. If people know they are at risk, perhaps they will be more likely to watch for the early symptoms of lung cancer and catch it in those stages....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4550208 Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4550208 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4541323&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F03%2F03%2Ffish-oil-may-help-lung-cancer-patients-maintain-weight.htm Just last week I wrote about a study in which fish oil combined with chemotherapy for lung cancer improved the response and possibly survival. Now another study suggests fish oil may help with maintaining weight and muscle mass as well....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4541323 Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4541323 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4536565&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fpreventinglungcance1%2Fa%2Fnonsmoklung.htm Since lung cancer in non-smokers is the 7th leading cause of cancer deaths each year, lung cancer prevention in non-smokers is a very important topic. Being aware of lung cancer causes such as radon, secondhand smoke, and environmental exposures is critical if we want to understand lung cancer prevention in non-smokers. (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4536565 Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4536565 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4536566&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F03%2F02%2Fformer-smokers-at-risk-for-lung-cancer-decades-later.htm I'm often surprised by the response I get when I mention that the majority of people who develop lung cancer now are non-smokers. "What? You've gotta be kidding! Where did you hear that?"...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4536566 Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4536566 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4478314&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fwhatislungcancer%2Ff%2Fpreventhairloss.htm Preventing chemotherapy hair loss is a wonderful idea since hair loss is one of the dreaded side effects. Is preventing chemotherapy hair loss possible? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4478314 Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4478314 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4446603&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38313&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fcaregivercorner%2Fa%2Flovesupport.htm The support of family and friends is critical to someone diagnosed with lung cancer. What things can we do to offer the best support to our loved one with cancer? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4446603 Tue, 08 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4446603 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4502608&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F02%2F22%2Ffish-oil-may-improve-chemotherapy-response-in-lung-cancer-patients.htm If you've been diagnosed with lung cancer, I'm sure you've wondered what else could possibly be done to improve your survival. What about all those supplements displayed in the health food store? Is there anything that is "missing" that could be combined with conventional medicine that might make a difference?...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4502608 Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4502608 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4442689&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ftypesoflungcance1%2Fa%2FSmall-Cell-Lung-Cancer-Symptoms.htm Small cell lung cancer symptoms can be similar to the symptoms of other forms of lung cancer, but there are differences as well. Unlike non-small cell lung cancer, small cell lung cancer symptoms are usually present for only a short while before a diagnosis is made. What are common small cell lung cancer symptoms? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4442689 Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4442689 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4446604&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F02%2F07%2Fcalling-all-lung-cancer-advocates-lung-cancer-advocacy-summit-2011.htm Are you passionate about raising awareness of lung cancer, the #1 cancer killer in the U.S., but aren't entirely sure how to do it? Or are you an established lung cancer advocate who wants to gain more tools and network with others who share your vision?...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4446604 Sat, 29 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4446604 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4412160&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fsymptoms%2Fa%2FLung-Nodules.htm It can be frightening if your doctor finds a lung nodule on your x-ray. What causes lung nodules, how are they diagnosed, and what can you expect if you have been diagnosed with a lung nodule or lung nodules? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4412160 Sat, 29 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4412160 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4415337&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F01%2F29%2Fa-major-cause-of-lung-cancer-and-it-isnt-smoking.htm What if I told you we know a cause of lung cancer that isn't smoking, it's potent enough to cause 7 times as many cases of lung cancer as secondhand smoke, women and children are exposed in their homes, and it's entirely preventable?...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4415337 Thu, 20 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4415337 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4353293&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fwhatislungcancer%2Fa%2FCauses-Of-Lung-Nodules.htm What causes lung nodules? Lung nodules are found in 1 in 500 x-rays done in the United States and can cause considerable anxiety. What are the most common benign and cancerous causes of lung nodules? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4353293 Sun, 16 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4353293 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4338947&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fcausesoflungcance1%2Fa%2FSmoking-Related-Cancers.htm Smoking related cancers go far beyond lung cancer. What cancers do we know are smoking related cancers, and what cancers may be accelerated by smoking? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4338947 Thu, 13 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4338947 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4378435&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F01%2F20%2Fstudy-finds-no-benefit-from-statins-for-lung-cancer-prevention.htm Studies aren't always perfect. And sometimes we hold hopes for a breakthrough, only to have them dashed. Such may be the case for the role of statins - a category of cholesterol lowering medications including drugs such as Lipitor (atorvastatin) and Zocor (simvastatin) - in lung cancer prevention....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4378435 Tue, 11 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4378435 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4332130&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F01%2F11%2Ffree-telephone-workshop-on-understanding-chemotherapy.htm For people living with cancer, research suggests that learning as much as you can about your treatment is beneficial. Yet, it's hard to learn all you can during doctor's visits. I know. I've lived it from both sides. Time constraints as a physician and anxiety as a patient mean that questions can go both unspoken and unanswered....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4332130 Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4332130 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4319213&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Flungcancerfacts%2Fa%2FLung-Cancer-Men.htm Lung cancer in men is different than lung cancer in women. How do the statistics, causes, symptoms, treatment, and survival differ for lung cancer in men? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4319213 Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4319213 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4322918&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F01%2F07%2Fmen-vs-women-in-lung-cancer-incidence-and-survival.htm Though we often place men and women into the same pot when we talk about lung cancer, to do so isn't really any different than saying we wear the same style clothes. And I'd have to argue that understanding the differences in lung cancer between the sexes is more important than a fashion show....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4322918 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4322918 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4314735&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F01%2F06%2Fare-smoking-relatives-of-lung-cancer-patients-motivated-to-quit.htm It would seem that seeing a loved one suffer with lung cancer would make you want to quit smoking. But intuition isn't always correct. So researchers decided to find out how smokers with family members with lung cancer really feel about their habit. Do they feel motivated to quit?...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4314735 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4314735 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4310274&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F01%2F05%2Fat-home-palliative-sedation-offers-another-option-for-terminal-cancer-patients.htm Many people wish to die at home. But sometimes -- due to pain, extreme confusion, or shortness of breath -- that has not been an option. A few weeks ago, my heart was broken as I listened to a woman talk about being unable to care for her husband during the last weeks of his life. He had expressed a clear wish to die at home, but they were unable to control his pain adequately. In the hospital he was given palliative sedation, which allowed him to be comfortable during his last days....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4310274 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4310274 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4303209&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F01%2F01%2Ftuberculosis-increases-risk-of-lung-cancer.htm Since a third of the world's population has been infected with tuberculosis, a new study linking the disease with lung cancer is a clear cause for concern. Researchers reviewed data on more than 700,000 people in China with and without tuberculosis. Those individuals with tuberculosis were nearly 11 times more likely to develop lung cancer. The number rose to 16 times more likely if they also had COPD....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4303209 Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4303209 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4302357&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2011%2F01%2F01%2Fnew-years-resolution-for-lung-cancer-survivors.htm I have been thinking for days about New Year's resolutions for lung cancer survivors. But what to write? I certainly don't want to add to anyone's "should do - could do" list. That would be contrary to my thoughts hoping you pamper yourself. And the resolutions we are bombarded on the news seem so unimportant and trivial next to a diagnosis of lung cancer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4302357 Fri, 24 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4302357 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4267188&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fsymptoms%2Fa%2FPersistent-Cough.htm A persistent cough is a common symptom prompting a visit to the doctor. What are some causes of a persistent cough? When should you see your doctor and what tests might she recommend? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4267188 Sun, 19 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4267188 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4287869&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F12%2F24%2Frash-on-erbitux-suggest-better-survival-in-lung-cancer-patients.htm Over the years I have heard a few people take an interesting view towards the side effects of cancer treatment. Rather than seeing the side effects of treatment as a nuisance, these rare few have viewed them as a sign that treatment is working....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4287869 Thu, 16 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4287869 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4267189&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F12%2F16%2Fplanning-holiday-meals-when-a-loved-one-has-cancer.htm The holidays are upon us, and the preparations to boot. But when a loved one has lung cancer, you may be wondering what you should serve for your family feasts. I spoke with a few lung cancer survivors, asking what they would say to a loved one who is preparing meals during the holidays. Here are their tips....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4267189 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4267189 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4242447&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2FNewly-Diagnosed%2Fa%2FNewly-Diagnosed-Lung-Cancer.htm When you are newly diagnosed with lung cancer it can be overwhelming. So many emotions, so many questions, so many decisions. What are the first steps to take when you are newly diagnosed with lung cancer? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4242447 Thu, 09 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4242447 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4238599&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fglossary%2Fg%2FDiffusing-Capacity.htm Diffusing capacity is a test that may be ordered before lung cancer surgery. What is diffusing capacity? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4238599 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4238599 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4259510&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F12%2F14%2Fstress-in-people-with-cancer.htm Last week I was asked a question - more than once. Did I think the stress in Elizabeth Edward's life could have been detrimental in her cancer journey? It felt like a callous question to address at the time (though admittedly the question had been running through my mind as well). I wanted to focus on the awe I felt in observing how Ms. Edwards approached her death. She approached her death with grace, asking specifically that the terminology "lost her battle" not be used. I would only hope I could begin to face both her physical and emotional struggles with such poise....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4259510 Sun, 05 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4259510 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4230741&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F12%2F05%2Fspontaneous-remission-of-lung-cancer-a-rare-miracle.htm I have been asked more than once if lung cancer ever "just goes away." While it is indeed very rare, I had to share a report published in the journal Surgery Today, and hope that it warms your heart as it did mine....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4230741 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4230741 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4201020&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Flungcancerfacts%2Ff%2FWhat-Is-The-Average-Age-For-Lung-Cancer.htm What is the average age for lung cancer? Most of us think of lung cancer as something that occurs in older adults, yet young adults and even children may develop lung cancer. What is the average age for lung cancer in men and in women?

 (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4201020 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4201020 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4191489&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ftypesoflungcancer%2Fa%2FLung-Cancer-Lymph-Nodes.htm Lung cancer often spreads to lymph nodes before spreading to other regions of the body. What lymph nodes does lung cancer spread to, how does your doctor know if your lung cancer has spread to your lymph nodes, and what does that mean for your treatment and prognosis? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4191489 Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4191489 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4220616&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F12%2F01%2Fstaging-of-lung-cancer-what-method-is-best.htm "Staging" a lung cancer is important in order to understand the best treatment options available. But accurately determining the stage of a lung cancer is not always easy. Until now, the "gold standard" - that is, the method accepted as tried and true to see if a tumor has spread to the space between the lungs - has been a surgical procedure called a mediastinoscopy....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4220616 Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4220616 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4183896&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ftypesoflungcancer%2Fa%2FSmall-Cell-Lung-Cancer-Staging.htm Small cell lung cancer staging is important in order to determine the best treatment options for your particular cancer. Staging can also help your doctor understand your prognosis so she can discuss this with you. What are the stages of small cell lung cancer? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4183896 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4183896 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4179791&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fcausesoflungcance1%2Ff%2FWhat-Causes-Lung-Cancer.htm There are many causes of lung cancer in addition to smoking. What causes lung cancer? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4179791 Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4179791 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4191490&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F11%2F22%2Fwhat-to-say-or-not-say-to-someone-with-lung-cancer.htm Have you ever placed your foot in your mouth, saying something you wish you could retract? I know I certainly have - especially when I talk to people with lung cancer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4191490 Sun, 14 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4191490 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4164794&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F11%2F14%2Fwood-dust-and-lung-cancer-whos-at-risk.htm A new study has linked exposure to sawdust and wood dust with lung cancer. When I reviewed this study, the results made sense. On-the-job exposure to wood dust has been linked with cancers of the sinuses and nasal passages in the past, and occupational exposures are thought to be responsible for 13 to 29% of lung cancers in men....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4164794 Fri, 05 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4164794 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4135342&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fwhatislungcancer%2Fa%2FSymptoms-Of-Lung-Cancer-In-Men.htm Symptoms of lung cancer in men can differ from symptoms of lung cancer in women. What are the common symptoms and signs of lung cancer in men, and what are some symptoms of lung cancer in men that aren’t always obvious? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4135342 Fri, 05 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4135342 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4135341&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fpreventinglungcance1%2Ftp%2FLung-Cancer-Prevention-Tips.htm Lung cancer prevention goes beyond avoiding smoking. More than half of people who develop lung cancer at this time are not current smokers. What are 10 tips for lung cancer prevention that you can begin today? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4135341 Fri, 05 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4135341 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4122312&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fwhatislungcancer%2Fa%2FSymptoms-Of-Lung-Cancer-In-Women.htm Symptoms of lung cancer in women can differ from symptoms of lung cancer in men. Sometimes the symptoms of lung cancer in women are more subtle, such as shortness of breath with activity, or vague, like general fatigue. What are some common symptoms of lung cancer in women and why would they be different than lung cancer symptoms in men? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4122312 Sun, 31 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4122312 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4122311&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fwhatislungcancer%2Ff%2FLung-Cancer-Shoulder-Pain.htm Can shoulder pain can be a symptom of lung cancer? What might cause shoulder pain in lung cancer, and how is lung cancer related shoulder pain treated? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4122311 Sun, 31 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4122311 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4141038&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F11%2F05%2Fct-scans-cut-lung-cancer-deaths-in-smokers.htm A study I have been following with breath held, has me exhaling in cautious optimism. Regular spiral CT scans in heavy smokers appear to cut lung cancer deaths. The National Cancer Institute released initial data saying they do -- by 20%....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4141038 Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4141038 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4109696&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F10%2F27%2Flung-cancer-awareness-a-challenge-to-enlighten-our-nation.htm I like to think we are living in an era of enlightenment. From wine-pairing to wellness it seems we've come a long way in my lifetime. Yet a new survey conducted by the National Lung Cancer Partnership (NLCP) made me feel like I was living in the dark ages. Americans lack awareness about lung cancer. And awareness saves lives....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4109696 Sun, 24 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4109696 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4100822&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F10%2F25%2Fwhat-does-your-doctor-know-about-lung-cancer-screening.htm Gone are the days when our primary care physician (PCP) was placed on a pedestal. In this era of information overload, we understand that nobody can be up-to-date on everything. And that seems to be the case with the recommendations for lung cancer screening made by some PCP's....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4100822 Wed, 20 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4100822 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4089428&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F10%2F20%2Fare-the-chilean-miners-at-risk-for-lung-cancer.htm Before writing another word, I have to explain this headline. Those who know me understand that I am loath to sensationalize. And I find fear-mongering repulsive. So why would I write about more potential risks for the Chilean miners?...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4089428 Wed, 20 Oct 2010 13:18:42 +0100 4089428 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4089427&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F10%2F21%2Fproton-beam-therapy-for-inoperable-stage-1-lung-cancer.htm When lung cancer is diagnosed at stage 1, surgery offers a chance for a cure. But, for some people, their cancer is considered inoperable for a variety of reasons. If surgery can't be done, radiation therapy is usually the next best option....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4089427 Tue, 19 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4089427 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4068143&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fglossary%2Fg%2FEarly-Stage-Lung-Cancer.htm Many people talk about “early stage lung cancer,” which may be confusing if your doctor has described the stage of your cancer with a number. How do you know if your lung cancer is classified as early stage lung cancer? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4068143 Thu, 14 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4068143 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4068144&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F10%2F15%2Fcancer-screening-in-people-with-advanced-cancer.htm Most of us have received those reminders from our physicians. "Schedule your mammogram." "You are due for a Pap smear." But when is enough enough? Does there come a time when screening for cancer...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4068144 Thu, 07 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4068144 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4026130&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ftypesoflungcance1%2Ff%2FSquamous-Cell-Carcinoma-Of-The-Lungs-Prognosis.htm What is squamous cell carcinoma of the lungs prognosis? The prognosis for squamous cell carcinoma of the lungs can vary among different people. What affects squamous cell carcinoma of the lungs prognosis and what are the statistics?
 (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4026130 Sat, 02 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4026130 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4014418&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Flungcancerstages%2Fa%2FLung-Cancer-TNM-Staging.htm What is lung cancer TNM staging? Why is TNM staging important? How can TNM staging help your doctor recommend the best treatment for your lung cancer? And how can you figure out the stage of your lung cancer based on TNM staging? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4014418 Wed, 29 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4014418 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4046360&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F10%2F08%2Fthe-language-of-cancer.htm "Medicalese" I guess it's called. Those words and phrases and descriptions that describe medical conditions. Medicalese is something that entertains us on our favorite channels until...those words are describing YOU. Have you ever landed in a foreign country - one that speaks a different language - and it wasn't a language you really had any interest in learning in the first place? The language of cancer is one of those languages....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4046360 Tue, 28 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4046360 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4001888&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Flungcancerstages%2Ff%2FWhat-Is-Stage-2-Lung-Cancer-Life-Expectancy.htm What is stage 2 lung cancer life expectancy? Stage 2 life expectancy can vary among different people. What affects stage 2 life expectancy and what are the statistics?
 (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4001888 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4001888 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3995085&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fcausesoflungcance1%2Fa%2FEstrogen-Lung-Cancer.htm Is there a link between estrogen and lung cancer? Differences between men and women with lung cancer have prompted researchers to look at the possible role of estrogen in the cause or progression of lung cancer. What do we know about the role of estrogen in lung cancer? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3995085 Wed, 22 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3995085 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4014213&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F09%2F29%2Fend-of-life-discussions-with-cancer-we-arent-listening-to-black-patients.htm Whew. I admit that's a strong headline. But a wimpy one wouldn't give justice to something I believe a new study is shouting. We know that end-of-life discussions are important for people diagnosed with advanced cancer. Studies keep telling us that having such discussions -- and opting for comfort-directed care rather than "life-prolonging" care in those last weeks -- results in less distress and improved quality of life for people in the final stages of cancer....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4014213 Tue, 21 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4014213 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3989147&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Flivingwithlungcancer%2Fa%2FLung-Cancer-Blogs.htm Lung cancer blogs are a window into the real world of lung cancer. Writing a lung cancer blog can be a wonderful release and source of support for someone living with lung cancer, while at the same time proving comfort for others. Check out these lung cancer blogs. (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3989147 Tue, 21 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3989147 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3989148&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F09%2F22%2Fstress-could-make-cancer-treatment-less-effective.htm I think we all understand intuitively that stress isn't healthy. But for those going through cancer treatment, stress may be more ominous. Okay. I'll admit that writing those sentences did anything BUT lower my stress level. Before I cause you to get stressed out about stress as well, let's talk about the study and what you and your loved ones can do to help lower your stress level....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3989148 Sun, 19 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3989148 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3982500&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F09%2F20%2Flung-cancer-caregiver-award.htm text (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3982500 Thu, 16 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3982500 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3959384&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38313&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ftreatmentoflungcancer%2Fa%2Flungbraincancer_2.htm It's common for lung cancer to spread to the brain. What are the treatments and what is the prognosis for lung cancer that has spread to the brain? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3959384 Fri, 10 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3959384 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3977990&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F09%2F17%2Fcancer-deaths-at-home-easier-on-caregivers.htm In some ways it seems counterintuitive. Caring for someone round-the-clock at home during the final stages of cancer must take its toll. Right? But according to a new study, caring for a loved one at home with the help of hospice might lessen your grief and emotional turmoil during the months following death....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3977990 Wed, 08 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3977990 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3947796&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38313&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ftypesoflungcancer%2Fa%2FWhere-Does-Lung-Cancer-Spread_2.htm The prognosis is sad for lung cancer spread to the bone, liver, brain, and other areas of the body. What is the prognosis of lung cancer that has spread (metastasized)? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3947796 Wed, 08 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3947796 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3935390&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Flivingwithlungcancer%2Fgr%2FLung-Cancer-Treatment-Book.htm A lung cancer treatment guide can be a lifesaver when you are first diagnosed with lung cancer. Be a Survivor - Lung Cancer Treatment Guide guides you through those confusing days in an empowering way, and helps you ask the questions you need to ask. (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3935390 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3935390 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3925400&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fsurger1%2Ff%2FSurgery-Small-Cell-Lung-Cancer.htm Can you have surgery for small cell lung cancer? In the past surgery wasn't considered an option, but some people may benefit from surgery for small cell lung cancer. (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3925400 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3925400 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3921868&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fwhatislungcancer%2Fa%2FLung-Cancer-Warning-Signs.htm Lung cancer warning signs may be obvious, or subtle and easily attributed to something else. What are lung cancer warning signs you should never ignore? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3921868 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3921868 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3947797&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F09%2F09%2Fnew-empowering-and-personal-lung-cancer-treatment-guide.htm "Empowerment. This book is about empowerment." It's not often that words like this are a total understatement. How long I've waited for a book to recommend to people with lung cancer, which covers everything I would hope for in a caring and personal manner. The long wait is over....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3947797 Mon, 30 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3947797 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3916513&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Ftreatmentoflungcancer%2Fa%2Flungcancerresearch_2.htm Lung cancer research is being done to find new treatments for lung cancer. What's new in lung cancer research? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3916513 Mon, 30 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3916513 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3916515&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F08%2F30%2Fwhat-country-shows-most-compassion-for-lung-cancer.htm Have you experienced the stigma of lung cancer? By that I mean the attitude from others that somehow you caused your lung cancer? We know the stigma exists, and even those of us that are on a mission to stamp out the stigma have contributed. Ask yourself. When someone tells you that they have lung cancer has the thought "I wonder if/how long they smoked" ever crossed your mind?...Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3916515 Mon, 30 Aug 2010 13:56:23 +0100 3916515 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3916514&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38315&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fb%2F2010%2F08%2F31%2Ftry-some-new-vegetables-to-lower-lung-cancer-risk.htm Mom was right again -- as I have flashbacks to those days of staring at a foreign appearing "new" item on my plate, that she was encouraging me to "just taste." For the roughly billion people who smoke on this planet, trying a new fruit or veggie may lower lung cancer risk....Read Full Post (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3916514 Sun, 29 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3916514 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3913679&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fglossary%2Fg%2Ffreeradicals.htm Free radicals may play a role in the development of cancer. What is the definition of free radicals. (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3913679 Sat, 28 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3913679 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3904508&cid=s_38315_6_f&fid=38314&url=http%3A%2F%2Flungcancer.about.com%2Fod%2Fchemotherap1%2Fa%2FLong-Term-Side-Effects-Of-Chemotherapy.htm The risk of long term side effects of chemotherapy are usually far outweighed by the benefits of treatment. While most people don't suffer many long term effects, what long term side effects can occur following chemotherapy for cancer? (Source: About.com Lung Cancer) About.com Lung Cancer news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3904508 Wed, 25 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3904508