Non-small cell lung cancer


One of two major types of lung cancer that can affect smokers and nonsmokers.

Overview

Non-small cell lung cancer is a group of lung cancers, such as squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma, that behave similarly.

Symptoms

Symptoms are a cough that doesn't go away, shortness of breath, weight loss, or coughing up blood.

Treatments

Treatments include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation.


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