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What are the risk factors of lung cancer?
Query: Hello doctor, I fear that I might have a lung infection, and I want to know about lung cancer screening as part of my commitment to proactive health management. Lung health is a priority for me, and I have some questions regarding the screening process, its effectiveness, and related considerations... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. I suggest you get a CT (computed tomography) thorax for better screening. If the CT thorax is normal then no need to worry about anything. Also, get done PFT (pulmonary function test). I hope this helps you. Thank ... Read Full »
Do I have a risk for lung cancer due to wheezing?
Query: Hello doctor, Given my family history, could I be at risk for lung cancer? My mother had tuberculosis and later died of lung cancer at 85. I am 36, married, and experiencing wheezing issues since age 23, initially as allergies. I get severe coughing and sneezing after marriage but have not taken any... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. When a person is infected with tuberculosis, they typically experience symptoms such as sweating, weight loss, and frequent cough with bleeding. These symptoms manifest after contracting tuberculosis. In your case, the chance... Read Full »
Can I develop lung cancer in the future due to a family history?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 35 years old, and I used to experience wheezing and asthmatic attacks during winter and early mornings. I also have some allergies that cause severe running nose in the mornings. I am not taking any medication for that. I am hypothyroid and under medication. My concern is that my... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Thanks for trusting us with your health care. I can understand your concern. I do not think there is anything to worry about. The major risk factors for lung cancer include smoking, pollution, and prolonged exposure to certain chemicals such as asbestos, radon, petroleum, and more. If a firs... Read Full »
What are the treatment options for an ALK-positive patient?
Query: Hi doctor, My brother was diagnosed to have ALK positive before two years. He had brain and bone metastasis. He got a brain surgery, WBR and spine radiation. He was on Crizotinib for 10 months and after brain and bone metastasis progression he was on Ceritinib for 5 months. In the latest scan, the d... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your plight. There are a few options more at this time if general condition is good. From the details it appears that chemotherapy is not exhausted yet and it can be utilized now. If only targeted agents are to be discussed, then Alectinib can ... Read Full »
My father is suspected of having lung cancer. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I took my dad to the hospital because of intense pain in his legs. After a lot of tests, the doctors suspected that he has advanced cancer. But they were unable to do a biopsy because of his heart disease and other problems. I received reports from hospitals about my father's condition. ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Your father has advanced lung cancer, which has spread to his bones and other parts of the body. I do not know why someone has said it is a stage 1 cancer. It is a very aggressive stage... Read Full »
As a smoker, I am worried about lung cancer. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 55-year-old male and a long-time smoker. Recently, I have been struggling with significant distress and worry regarding the potential risk of lung cancer. I have noticed persistent symptoms such as coughing, shortness of breath, and occasional chest pain, intensifying my concerns... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concerns about the potential risk of lung cancer. Screening for lung cancer plays a crucial role in early detection, and I can offer some general information to help ease your concerns. Lung cancer screening typically involves imaging tests, such ... Read Full »
I am worried about getting cancer. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 33-year-old male. My weight is 91 kg, and my height is 5 feet and 11 inches. How do I get screened for cancer? My mom died of lung cancer at the age of 52. My maternal uncle died of stomach cancer at the age of 50. I have a burning sensation in my stomach from the last three ye... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Firstly, try to get physically fit by slowly building up your physical endurance. Join a gym and work out regularly apart from eating healthy. Have your baseline blood works done along with the liver function tests, bone profile, and kidney profile. The burning sensa... Read Full »
Is immunotherapy preferable for lung cancer PD-L1?
Query: Hello doctor, My wife has lung cancer PD-L1. I need your advice regarding the continuation of this therapy. Docetaxel and Nintedanib are suggested. I think it is too heavy. I would prefer immunotherapy, if possible. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would suggest going with Abraxane or Avastin plus Nivolumab combination for the following reasons: Using immunotherapy now as you do not want to miss the window of opportunity. Being targeted agents, side effects are not going to be a major issue as conventional ch... Read Full »
My stage 4 lung cancer is not improving even with medication. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with adenocarcinoma lung stage 4 for more than four years now. Thereafter regular treatment as per the treatment sequence attached. I am taking Tecentriq 1200, Beveconumab 800, Genexol PM 300, and Cisplatin 100 mg for six cycles every 21 days. Despite this, the disease ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concerns. It does happen in stage four of lung cancer. Cancer cells become resistant after 3 to 6 cycles. We need to move to the next line of chemotherapy. It is the standard protocol. Tecentriq (Atezolizumab) and Genexol (Pacl... Read Full »
Can smoking nicotine-free cigarette increase hemoglobin?
Query: Hello doctor, I recently was tested for testosterone levels, and in addition to a report on these levels, the laboratory report showed that my hemoglobin was 17.7. This has fluctuated from time to time. Last year, I was referred to a hematologist as my hemoglobin was high and my platelet count was l... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your complaints and your current medications. From that, I could deduce that you are on medication for hypothyroidism, hypertension, and glaucoma with additional multivitamins. Also, your testosterone levels are slightly elevated. Your elevated hemo... Read Full »