Lung cancer is a terminal disease and it is usually caused due to smoking. When you are diagnosed with this disease then it can prove to be a shattering experience for you and your family. Smoking is the major cause for lung cancer so the best way to avoid it is to quit smoking as soon as possible. But there are times when even quitting the butt does not solve the problem. Some people get this disease due to second hand smoke. But now smoking has been banned in public places in a lot of states so it reduces the chances of breathing in second hand smoke. Those people who have quit smoking or who do not smoke can as a precaution, limit the time spent with those people who smoke regularly.
Lung cancer is a disease that affects the small cells of the lungs and, other surrounding regions which includes the lymph nodes, and the surrounding organs. The treatment options include chemotherapy and radiation therapy, but they are not so popular among the patients. There are some other methods that include hypnosis or “alternative” medication. It is important that before going for any treatment do all the necessary research and consult a doctor.
One should realize that when a person starts coughing blood then its time for him to visit a doctor. The doctor would do all the necessary tests to reveal if there is any presence of tumors. So it is important to recognize all the symptoms, before it is too late.
The general effects of this disease are that it is caused due to the chemical substances, where the proteins are released by the tumor cells. They are then carried throughout the body by the blood stream. The tumor cells that are present in the body produce some hormones that affect the calcification of the bones and can have severe side effects. It makes the movement of the body quiet painful and rough. It also affects the adrenaline glands which lead to high blood pressure. These hormones also affect the functioning of the kidneys and make the process of urine excretion quiet difficult. Visit Max Healthcare and consult a Cancer Specialist and get all the required knowledge about Lung Cancer.