Lung Cancer - Small Cell - Types of Treatment
ON THIS PAGE: You will learn about the different types of treatments doctors use for people with small cell lung cancer. Use the menu to see other pages.
Treatment planning
Getting Medical Clearance to Fly
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Although airlines have the right to stop passengers with specific medical conditions from flying, simply having cancer isn’t enough to keep you grounded. However, it does mean having to do a bit more planning and preparation before you travel.
Talking With Your Doctor About Fertility
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Some cancer treatments may cause infertility, but there are things you can do to preserve your ability to have children. Dr. Kutluk Oktay, a fertility preservation specialist, explains why discussing fertility with your doctor is so important and gives tips for starting these conversations.
Spotlight On: Marriage and Family Therapists in Cancer Care
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Counseling helps many patients and families cope with the emotional challenges of cancer and minimize the negative effects it can have on their relationships. In this interview, June C. Foss, LMFT, and Cheyenne Corbett, PhD, LMFT, discuss the benefits of therapy and how to access these services.
10 Tips to Make Holiday Grocery Shopping Easier
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With so many holiday traditions revolving around the dinner table, grocery shopping is a major task this time of year. Here are 10 tips to make grocery shopping less of a chore for people with cancer.
Making Decisions About Cancer Treatment
After a cancer diagnosis, people with cancer and their families have to make a number of decisions about medical treatment. These decisions can be complicated by anxiety, unfamiliar words, statistics, and a sense of urgency. Unless you are facing an emergency, take time to research your options, ask questions, and talk with family and friends.
Depression
Depression is a medical problem where feelings of sadness, distress, and other physical and emotional symptoms are long-lasting and interfere your day-to-day life. Other symptoms of depression can include a loss of interest in favorite activities, fatigue, and thinking and memory problems.
When the First Treatment Does Not Work
When you have cancer, your doctor will recommend a treatment plan that is most likely to have the greatest benefits and the fewest risks or side effects. A doctor who treats people with cancer is called an oncologist. The initial treatment is referred to as first-line treatment or first-line therapy. This treatment is usually what worked best in clinical trials for people with the same type and stage of cancer.
Side Effects of Radiation Therapy
Radiation therapy can effectively treat many types of cancer. Like other cancer treatments, it often causes side effects.
There are some common possible side effects of radiation therapy, but side effects vary person to person. This is because side effects can depend on the type of cancer, its location, the radiation therapy dose, your general health, and other factors. It is important to talk to your health care team about any side effects you experience so they can find ways to help you.
What to Expect When Having Radiation Therapy
It is normal to feel worried or even overwhelmed when you learn that you will need radiation therapy. However, learning more about this type of cancer treatment may help you feel more prepared and comfortable.
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