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Lung Cancer
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Lung cancer is the redundant and uncontrollable formation of a mass (tumor) in the lung by proliferating cells from structurally normal lung tissue.

Although the cause of lung cancer is known as the use of tobacco and tobacco products, environmental pollution and genetic factors are also among the causes of the disease.

The course of the disease ;

  • Prolonged dry cough,

  • Sudden and excessive weight loss,

  • Aphonia

  • Difficulty in swallowing,

  • Unusual swelling in the neck and face,

  • Recurrent attacks of pneumonia, bronchitis and pharyngitis,

  • Bloody sputum production,

  • While the severe pain in the body manifests itself as fatigue and weakness, in some cases it progresses without any symptoms.

The aim of lung cancer treatment is to eliminate or limit the disease if possible, and to increase the quality and life of a healthy life. A multidisciplinary approach is very important for the best treatment of lung cancer.

We are conscious of lung cancer.

Among the causes of lung cancer, which is one of the most common diseases in men worldwide, besides the use of tobacco and tobacco products, genetic factors and environmental factors are also included.

Lung cancer is a disease whose symptoms occur in the last stages compared to other cancer cases. It is very important for your health to get support from pulmonologists in case of long-term shortness of breath, bloody sputum, prolonged dry cough, excessive weight loss and similar symptoms.

Lung cancer, which is the most common cancer cases worldwide, is generally seen in individuals between the ages of 55 and 65.

Although the cause of lung cancer is mostly known as smoking, environmental pollution and genetic factors also pose a risk.

The course of the disease;

  • Dry cough for a long time,

  • Sudden and excessive weight loss,

  • Sound attenuation,

  • Difficulty swallowing,

  • Unusual swelling of the neck and face,

  • Constantly recurring attacks of pneumonia, bronchitis and pharyngitis,

  • Bloody sputum production,

Although severe pain in the body begins as fatigue and weakness, in some cases no symptoms occur.

The most important step of preventing the disease is that individuals who smoke or quit smoking for a long time and who have a family history of cancer are examined by their doctors at certain intervals and participate in lung screening programs.

In order to avoid cancer and before its  too late do not skip your check-ups.

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