Lung Cancer What Women Need To Know
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Lung Cancer: What Women Need to Know
Overview
There’s some hopeful news for women regarding lung cancer. Although lung cancer rates soared among women post-World War II due to increased smoking, recent data suggests a positive shift.
Current Landscape
Studies now indicate that the number of lung cancer cases in women has stabilized. Despite this, the National Women's Health Resource Center (NWHRC) emphasizes the ongoing necessity for awareness. Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths for both men and women in the U.S., responsible for one in four cancer deaths and one in eight newly diagnosed cancers among women. Each year, 173,000 Americans receive a lung cancer diagnosis.
Risk Factors
As detailed in a recent NWHRC report, “Lung Cancer: What You Need to Know,” women who smoke face a risk of developing lung cancer that is 12 times higher than non-smokers. Nonetheless, over 20% of women continue to smoke. There are two primary types of lung cancer: non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and small cell lung cancer (SCLC). Women who smoke are more frequently diagnosed with SCLC, which is more aggressive.
Smoking remains the foremost cause of lung cancer, responsible for nearly 90% of cases. However, nonsmokers aren’t immune. Secondhand smoke increases the risk by 20 to 30% for spouses of smokers. Additional risk factors include exposure to substances like radon or asbestos and genetic susceptibility.
Prevention and Symptoms
Quitting smoking at any age reduces the risk, with benefits increasing over time. Beyond smoking cessation, limiting exposure to harmful substances can further mitigate risk.
Recognizing symptoms early is crucial. Warning signs include:
- Persistent cough
- Blood-stained phlegm
- Shortness of breath
- Chest pain
- Recurring pneumonia or bronchitis
- Loss of appetite or unexplained weight loss
Advances in Treatment
Recent advancements in lung cancer treatments have improved survival rates and quality of life. Options may include:
- Surgery to remove cancer
- Radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy
- Newer targeted therapies
- Combinations of these treatments
By staying informed and proactive, women can better safeguard their health against lung cancer.
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