Small cell carcinoma of the lung (patient information)

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What is small cell carcinoma of the lung?

There are two main types of lung cancer: small cell lung cancer (SCLC) and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). About 10% to15% of all lung cancers are the small cell type. This kind of cancer often starts in the bronchi near the center of the chest, and multiplies quickly to form large tumors , even metastasizes throughout the body. Small cell carcinoma of the lung is almost caused by smoking. Frequent symptoms include cough, chest pain, hoarseness and shortness of breath. Treatments include radiation, chemotherapy or surgery.

How do I know if I have small cell carcinoma of the lung and what are the symptoms of small cell carcinoma of the lung?

Early small cell carcinoma of the lung does not have any symptoms. As the tumor grows larger, people may notice one or more of the following symptoms:

• Cough that does not go away

• Chest pain

• Hoarseness

• Weight loss and loss of appetite

• Bloody sputum

• Shortness of breath

• Iterative infections such as bronchitis or pneumonia

• New onset of wheezing

Other health problems may also cause these symptoms. Only a doctor can tell for sure. A person with any of these symptoms should tell the doctor so that the problems can be diagnosed and treated as early as possible.

Where to find medical care for small cell carcinoma of the lung?

Directions to Hospitals Treating lung cancer

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