Lung Cancer Treatment

in Land O’Lakes and Zephryhills, FL

Dr. Reza and her team treat all forms of lung cancer, including small cell lung cancer, adenocarcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma. Using our patient’s specific diagnostic information, we determine which medications, procedures, and supportive care therapies are most appropriate for your needs.

At Florida Medical Clinic Hematology / Oncology, lung cancer treatment options include:

Chemotherapy
Radiation therapy
Surgery
Supportive pulmonology care

Lowering the Risk of Lung Cancer Recurrence

Quitting smoking and eating healthy may help lower your risk of lung cancer recurrence. Ways you can decrease this risk include:

Avoid Smoking – If you smoke, quit now. Quitting has been shown to help people with lung cancer live longer, even if the cancer has spread.
Being Active – Research suggests that people who get regular physical activity after treatment have a lower risk of lung cancer recurrence.
Eat a Healthy Diet – While it’s inconclusive eating any specific type of diet can help lower your risk of lung cancer, there are clearly benefits to eating well.

Understanding the Stages of Lung Cancer

Stage I
The cancer has not spread from the lungs.

Stage II
The cancer is located in the lungs and nearby lymph nodes.

Stage III
Cancer is in the lung and the lymph nodes of the chest. If cancer has spread only to lymph nodes on the same side of the chest as the lung tumor, it is designated IIIA. If the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes of the opposite side of the chest, it is called IIIB.

Stage IV
Cancer has spread from the lung to lymph nodes and other organs.

For more information about lung cancer treatment, click here to schedule an appointment with Dr. Reza. Our offices are conveniently located in Zephyrhills and Land O’ Lakes, Florida.