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How Can Squamuos Cell Carcinoma Be Cured ?

I am 64 yrs old women, recently i have been diagnosed as Squamuos cell carcinoma [Grade 3 and 4] of lower lobe of left lung please advise best treatment. Will surgery work??
posted on Mon, 28 Feb 2011
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Hello There..
welcome to healthcare magic forum..
I am sorry hear about your disease..
Various modalities of treatment available are..
1)Surgery.
2)Chemotherapy:Chemotherapy may be used alone, in conjunction with radiation therapy, or following surgery for lung cancer.
3)Radiation Therapy.
You could discuss with your doctor about these treatment options and select which one is best for you!!
Hope this helps!!
Take care!!
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How Can Squamuos Cell Carcinoma Be Cured ?

Hello There.. welcome to healthcare magic forum.. I am sorry hear about your disease.. Various modalities of treatment available are.. 1)Surgery. 2)Chemotherapy:Chemotherapy may be used alone, in conjunction with radiation therapy, or following surgery for lung cancer. 3)Radiation Therapy. You could discuss with your doctor about these treatment options and select which one is best for you!! Hope this helps!! Take care!!