Can stage 3 lung cancer be cured?

Can stage 3 lung cancer be cured?

1. Stage III lung cancer is generally difficult to treat, but through active and effective treatment, the patient's life can be prolonged.

2. Lung cancer is a malignant tumor that originates from the bronchial mucosa or glands of the lungs. It is generally related to smoking, occupational exposure, environmental pollution, tuberculosis, chronic lung inflammation, family history, etc. Symptoms may include cough, sputum, blood in sputum, low fever, chest pain, and shortness of breath.

3. Lung cancer can generally be divided into stages I, II, III, and IV. Stage I: Usually the tumor is small, the lung diameter does not exceed 3 cm, and there is no lymph node metastasis. Stage II: Usually the tumor is large, there is no lymph node metastasis, or the tumor is small, and intrapulmonary lymph node metastasis occurs. Stage III: Tumor cells in the body metastasize to the mediastinum or non-lymphatic areas. Stage IV: Pleural spread, pleural effusion, or the tumor has metastasized to other parts of the body such as the brain, liver, bones, etc., and the surgical treatment effect is generally poor.

4. Stage III lung cancer is a relatively serious condition and can generally be treated with surgery, such as tracheal carina resection and reconstruction, lobectomy, segmentectomy, etc. Although the treatment is not good, it can prolong the patient's life and relieve the patient's pain. It is recommended that patients seek medical treatment in time.