Detection & Treatment

Unlike other forms of cancer, there is no routine screening method for the detection of lung cancer.

In addition, there are often no warning signs or initial symptoms, making lung cancer difficult to detect in an early stage.

If you believe you have any of the common Risk Factors of lung cancer, you should speak with your physician. If you do not have a primary care physician, call (866) 757-6248 or click here to find a new doctor.

Symptoms to watch for include:

• Coughing
• Shortness of breath
• Chest, shoulder or back pain
• Wheezing
• Shortness of breath
• Difficulty swallowing
• Coughing up blood
• Repeated bouts of bronchitis or pneumonia
• Fatigue
• Weight loss
• Swelling of the face or neck

Treatment

Lung cancer treatment can include a combination of surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. Our team works to develop a personalized treatment plan effective for each individual patient.

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