There are different types of lung cancer. Knowing which type you have is important because it affects your treatment options and your outlook (prognosis). If you aren’t sure which type of lung cancer you have, ask your doctor so you can get the right information.
If you’ve been diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer, read this short and simple guide on non-small cell lung cancer to learn more.
Read this short and simple guide about small cell lung cancer that covers diagnosis, treatment, questions to ask your doctor, and follow-up visits after treatment is complete.
Find information that can help you understand the medical terms you might find in your lung pathology report after a lung biopsy.
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