Lung CancerBy Craig Magnus

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)

Introduction

Wasn’t noticed until 1900’s

Smoking has been the worst cause

History

One quarter of all deaths each year(160,000)

More than breast, prostate, and colon combined

Rates

Normal cells experience transformation

Spread quickly

Primary/Secondary

Tumor

Healthy Lung vs. Cancerous Lung

SCLC◦ Less common

◦ Metastasize faster

NSCLC◦ More common

◦ Adenocarcinoma (30-35%)

Two Types

Smoking◦ First and secondhand

Radon exposure

Asbestos

Other

Causes

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…”

Smoking

50% greater chance of survival if quit smoking

Health complications

Survival

Physical Health

Mental Health

Side effects

Treatment

Surgery

Chemotherapy

Radiation Therapy

Physical Treatment

“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)

Mental Health

Surgery◦ Problems during operation◦ Not successful

Chemotherapy and Radiation◦ Hair loss◦ Fatigue◦ Heart problems

Side effects

Drugs◦ Altima

◦ Iressa

Combination

New methods

Very different than treatment

Best way is not smoking to begin

A lot can be done, but never guaranteed

Prevention

Other health issues

Not successful treatment

Type and stage

Complications

Not gotten attention that it deserves

Breast cancer has been focus recently

Attention and respect are vital

Attention

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)

Conclusion