Suggest treatment for lung cancer
Patient: Someone i know has been diagnosed with lung cancer 5 months ago. He had hip surgery and gradually the cancer spread. The family has been called in to see him because they said nothing else can be done for him. His breathing is spuratic and he only weighs about 60 pounds. Can you give me an estimate on How much longer he has? Doctor: Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. Lung cancer is very common in modern era. Since doctors are saying that nothing can be done in his case, this means he is having end stage (stage 4) lung cancer. Treatment options for him is palliative care. Palliative care includes relief of pain, maintain nutrition and provide psychological support to deal with end of life issues. Life expectancy in end stage lung cancer is less than 10-12 months. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your relative. Thanks.