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Common Questions on Lung Cancer

Where is the first place I should look for treatment information?
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Treatment - NCI/PDQ®
Small-Cell Lung Cancer: Treatment - NCI/PDQ®

I've heard that some symptoms of lung cancer have nothing to do with breathing. Can you explain them?
Hypercalcemia -
NCI
Cardiopulmonary Symptoms – NCI
Symptoms of Lung Cancer -
Onconurse.com

Bronchoscopy, spirometry, I just can't keep all these tests for lung cancer straight. Can you help me?
Tests for Lung Cancer - Onconurse.com

I am frequently short of breath (dyspnea). Is there anything I can do to breathe easier?
Shortness of Breath - American College of Physicians
Symptom Management: Dyspnea - Lung Cancer Alliance

I need to see a respiratory therapist. Can you tell me more about them?
What is a Respiratory Therapist - American Association For Respiratory Care

My hands and feet sometimes feel tingly and numb. My doctor told me that I have neuropathy. What can you tell me about it?
Neuropathy - The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship
Will Chemotherapy Affect My Nerves and Muscles? - ACS
Cancer-Related Neuropathies – The Neuropathy Association

My doctor says that I need to have some type of surgery.  Do you have any information on the types of surgery for lung cancer?
Surgery – Non Small Cell Lung Cancer – ACS
Surgery – Small Cell Lung Cancer - ACS

Is there any information about Mesothelioma, cancer of the linings of the lungs?
Learn about Mesothelioma Cancer

They've told me that I need to stop smoking. Where can I find help with this?
Freedom From Smoking® Online - American Lung Association
Smokefree.gov
Quitnet.com
Quit Smoking - Massachusetts General Hospital

I heard lung cancer is the biggest cancer threat to women, even more so than breast cancer. Can this be true? Where can I find more information on women and lung cancer?
Lung Cancer - The National Women's Health Information Center

Do you have a list of websites, books, and other resources on lung cancer?
Information Finder on Thoracic Cancers


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