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Lung Cancer

Lung Cancer. By Craig Magnus. Introduction. Growing rapidly to become one of the most deadliest diseases in the US, lung cancer makes up nearly one quarter of all deaths per year .

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Lung Cancer

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  1. Lung Cancer By Craig Magnus

  2. Introduction • Growing rapidly to become one of the most deadliest diseases in the US, lung cancer makes up nearly one quarter of all deaths per year. • “Cancer can strike anyone or at anytime. That is why it is imperative that we stay as well informed as we can.” (Thomas Maugh II)

  3. History • Wasn’t noticed until 1900’s • Smoking has been the worst cause

  4. Rates • One quarter of all deaths each year(160,000) • More than breast, prostate, and colon combined

  5. Tumor • Normal cells experience transformation • Spread quickly • Primary/Secondary

  6. Healthy Lung vs. Cancerous Lung

  7. Two Types • SCLC • Less common • Metastasize faster • NSCLC • More common • Adenocarcinoma (30-35%)

  8. Causes • Smoking • First and secondhand • Radon exposure • Asbestos • Other

  9. Smoking • According to Richard Bowers of the York Daily Record, "Officials estimate that active smoking is responsible for close to 90 percent of lung cancer cases while radon causes 10 percent…”

  10. Survival • 50% greater chance of survival if quit smoking • Health complications

  11. Treatment • Physical Health • Mental Health • Side effects

  12. Physical Treatment • Surgery • Chemotherapy • Radiation Therapy

  13. Mental Health • “It is becoming clear to patient advocates that the mental health of lung cancer patients -- who rarely get the positive reinforcement, unfettered support and kindness of society -- is also worth defending.” (Dvorak, Petula)

  14. Side effects • Surgery • Problems during operation • Not successful • Chemotherapy and Radiation • Hair loss • Fatigue • Heart problems

  15. New methods • Drugs • Altima • Iressa • Combination

  16. Prevention • Very different than treatment • Best way is not smoking to begin • A lot can be done, but never guaranteed

  17. Complications • Other health issues • Not successful treatment • Type and stage

  18. Attention • Not gotten attention that it deserves • Breast cancer has been focus recently • Attention and respect are vital

  19. Conclusion • In conclusion, it is evident that lung cancer has developed into one of the worst diseases in the world.   • “Cancer can strike anyone or at anytime. That is why it is imperative that we stay as well informed as we can.” (Thomas Maugh II)

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