Is it possible to cure lung cancer that has metastasized to the late stage?

Lung cancer is one of the malignant tumors with the fastest growing morbidity and mortality. Lung cancer is a common primary lung malignancy that usually originates from the bronchial mucosa or glands.

Clinically, in the late stage of lung cancer, distant organ metastasis has already occurred. This situation is generally difficult to cure, but active treatment can be used to control the progression of the disease and prolong survival.

1. Situations where cure is possible

1. Surgery: If the patient is in good physical condition and has no obvious discomfort symptoms, surgery can be performed to remove the lesion and achieve the purpose of cure.

2. Radiotherapy: Radiotherapy uses high-energy beams of radiation to kill cancer cells. It is most effective for small cell lung cancer, followed by squamous cell carcinoma, and least effective for non-small cell lung cancer.

3. Chemotherapy: Chemotherapy kills cancer cells by using anticancer drugs. It is often used for small cell lung cancer and is less effective for other types of lung cancer.

2. Situations where there is no possibility of cure

Lung cancer patients in the late stage will experience chest pain, cough, sputum, hemoptysis and other symptoms, as well as fever, weight loss and other systemic symptoms. At this time, the patient's condition is more serious, and the cancer cells may spread and metastasize, so it is generally incurable. It is recommended that patients can choose appropriate treatment methods according to their own conditions under the guidance of a doctor, such as targeted therapy, immunotherapy, etc. to relieve symptoms and improve the quality of life.

In daily life, patients should pay attention to rest, get enough sleep, and avoid overwork. At the same time, they should also pay attention to healthy diet, eat more nutrient-rich foods, and eat less spicy, irritating, and greasy foods. If obvious discomfort occurs during the period, it is necessary to seek medical treatment in time to avoid delaying the condition.