Lung Cancer
Understanding lung cancer: symptoms, causes, and integrative treatment approaches
Overview
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. It begins in the lungs and often spreads to lymph nodes and other organs. There are two main types: small cell lung cancer (SCLC) and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), with NSCLC accounting for about 85% of cases.
⚠️ Common Symptoms
- •Persistent cough that doesn't go away
- •Chest pain that worsens with deep breathing
- •Shortness of breath and wheezing
- •Coughing up blood
- •Unexplained weight loss
- •Hoarseness and fatigue
- •Recurring respiratory infections
🎯 Risk Factors
- •Smoking (80-90% of cases)
- •Secondhand smoke exposure
- •Radon gas exposure
- •Asbestos exposure
- •Family history
- •Air pollution
💊 Treatment Options
- •Surgery (lobectomy, pneumonectomy)
- •Chemotherapy
- •Radiation therapy
- •Immunotherapy
- •Targeted therapy
- •Radiofrequency ablation
🌿 Ayurvedic Approach
In Ayurveda, lung cancer is correlated with imbalances in Pranavaha Srotas (respiratory channels). Treatment focuses on strengthening lung tissue, improving immunity, and detoxifying the body.
Pippali
Strengthens lung tissue and improves respiratory function
Tulsi
Powerful immunomodulator and anti-inflammatory
Vasaka
Clears respiratory passages and reduces inflammation
Ashwagandha
Boosts immunity and reduces stress
Guduchi
Enhances natural killer cell activity
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- Most common age:65+ years
- 5-year survival rate:20-25%
- Early detection rate:16%
- Male vs Female:1.5:1
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