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Can lung cancer be cured Stage 4?

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Stage 4 NSCLC is not curable, but it is treatable.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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Lung cancer at stage 4 is advanced, meaning it has spread beyond the lungs. While a complete cure is challenging, treatments can help manage the disease and improve quality of life.

  1. Treatment Goals: Focus on managing cancer, slowing progression, and reducing symptoms.
  2. Treatment Options: May include targeted therapy, immunotherapy, chemotherapy, or combinations, based on cancer characteristics.
  3. Individual Factors: Age, health, and tumor markers influence treatment choices.
  4. Supportive Care: Palliative care is crucial for symptom management and comfort.

Consult an oncologist for personalized advice. Advances in treatment have improved survival and quality of life even at this stage.

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