Southcoast Health is a leader in lung cancer screenings and treatment, ensuring you receive the most accurate diagnosis and personalized care plan available. This disease remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S, surpassing colon, breast and prostate cancers combined. Early detection plays a vital role in successful treatment, and we can help high-risk individuals arrange routine screenings.
Our lung cancer screening program is designed to detect cancer at an early stage, when it’s small, localized and most treatable. By identifying issues before symptoms appear, we improve the chances of successful outcomes for high-risk patients.
To be eligible for a screening, you must meet the following criteria:
Understanding your specific type of lung cancer can help you and your care team make the best treatment decisions. There are three main types of lung cancer:
Lung tumors can develop silently, often without pain or noticeable symptoms, which is a main reason lung cancer is rarely detected in its early stages. By the time symptoms appear, the disease has often advanced, making treatment more difficult.
When symptoms do occur, they may include:
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, especially if you’re at higher risk, talk to your doctor right away.
At Southcoast Health, your treatment plan is tailored to the type and stage of your lung cancer, ensuring you receive the most effective and least invasive care plan possible. Our team uses advanced therapies and the latest in cancer research to provide each of our patients with the best possible outcomes.
Treatment options include:
Our multidisciplinary team works closely with you through every step of your care, from diagnosis to recovery.
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