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What is lung adenocarcinoma? Anonymous customer's question
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Lung adenocarcinoma is a specific type of cancer that arises from the cells that produce mucus in the lungs. It is the most common type of lung cancer, accounting for approximately 40% of all lung cancer cases. Lung adenocarcinoma is a type of non-small cell lung cancer that develops from the cells that line the lungs' alveoli (microscopic air sacs).
It is important to note that lung adenocarcinoma is often associated with smoking, but it can also occur in people who have never smoked. In addition to smoking, there may be other risk factors for the development of lung adenocarcinoma, such as exposure to polluted air, exposure to carcinogens at work, genetic predisposition, and other environmental factors.
Lung adenocarcinoma can develop in any part of the lung tissue, but it often occurs at the periphery. Symptoms of lung adenocarcinoma can vary, but they may include cough, shortness of breath, bloody sputum, chest pain, weight loss, and other signs.
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A variety of methods can be used to diagnose lung adenocarcinoma, including radiological imaging tests such as X-rays and CT (computed tomography), bronchoscopy to obtain tissue samples, and biopsy to confirm the diagnosis histologically. Treatment for lung adenocarcinoma usually involves a combination of therapies such as surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy, depending on the stage of the disease, the location of the tumor, and other factors.
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