Denizli Private Egekent Hospital Medical Oncology Specialist Dr. Nail. Özhan stated that one of the most important risk factors of lung cancer is smoking; “Drugs developed for specific characteristics of cancer cells can result in much higher success with fewer side effects.”
Denizli Private Egekent Hospital Medical Oncology Specialist Dr. Nail. Özhan made important warnings in his statement due to November 1-30 Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Uzm. Dr. Nail. Özhan “Every year in November, various events are organized to raise awareness of lung cancer worldwide. Lung cancer is one of the most common types of cancer and is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide.”
Stating that one of the most important risk factors of lung cancer is smoking, Uzm. Dr. Nail. Özhan said, “Other factors such as passive smoking, air pollution, exposure to harmful chemicals and genetic predisposition also play a role in the development of the disease. It is vital that people do not ignore the symptoms and have regular check-ups. Regular exercise, a healthy diet and a smoke-free environment are important for maintaining lung health. Early diagnosis can make a big difference in the treatment process and improve the quality of life,” he said, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis.
He also talked about lung cancer treatment. Dr. Nail. Özhan made the following recommendations:
“It varies depending on the stage and type of the disease and the general health status of the patient. In general, surgical intervention, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and targeted treatment methods are used. In early stages, surgical removal of the tumor is one of the most effective methods. In advanced stages, in addition to chemotherapy and radiotherapy treatments, targeted smart drugs and immunotherapy treatments, which have been developing rapidly in recent years, are used to control the growth and proliferation of the tumor. Targeted treatment methods include drugs that are developed to target specific characteristics of cancer cells, resulting in much higher success rates with fewer side effects. The treatment process should be planned by a multidisciplinary team and customized according to the needs of the patient.”
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