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About 85% to 90% of all lung cancers are of the non-small cell type. There are three types of non-small cell lung cancers (NSCLC), and they differ in size, shape and chemical make-up. Squamous cell carcinoma are linked to smoking and are found near a bronchus. Adenocarcinoma is usually found in the outer part of the lung. Large-cell (undifferentiated) carcinoma may start anywhere in the lung and grows and spreads quickly.

Fast Facts:

• -- Lung cancer (both small cell and non-small cell) is the leading cause of cancer death for both men and women.
• -- Common causes of non-small cell lung cancers are tobacco smoke, radon exposure, asbestos exposure, and radiation treatments to the lungs.
• -- Treatment for NSCLC depends on the stage of the cancer

5 Great Resources on Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

• American Cancer Society (ACS): Overview: Lung Cancer - Non-Small Cell
• National Cancer Institute (NCI): Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
• Cleveland Clinic: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
• eMedTV: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
• eMedicine: Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell

5 Latest Headlines on Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

• More Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer News from Topix

What is Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer?

• A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Lung Cancer - Non-Small Cell: Definition
• American Lung Association: What Is Lung Cancer?
• WrongDiagnosis: Introduction: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

What are the Symptoms of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer?

• Wikipedia: Lung Cancer: Signs and Symptoms
• eMedicineHealth: Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer: Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer Symptoms
• A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Lung Cancer- Non-Small Cell: Symptoms
• WrongDiagnosis: Symptoms of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

What are the Causes and Complications of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer?

• ACS: What Causes Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer?
• eMedicineHealth: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer Causes
• A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Lung Cancer- Non-Small Cell: Causes

What are the Treatments and Medications for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer?

• ACS: How Is Non-Small Cell LUng Cancer Treated?
• eMedicineHealth: Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer: Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer Treatment
• A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Lung Cancer - Non-Small Cell: Treatment
• UpToDate: Treatment of Early Stage (Stage I and II) Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer|Treatment of Locally Advanced (Stage III) Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer|Treatment of Advanced Unresctable, Metastatic (Stage IV), and Recurrent Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

What are the Holistic and Alternative Treatments for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer?

• Lung Cancer Online: Complementary & Alternative Medicine
• M.D. Anderson Cancer Center: Complementary Medicine
• MedicineNet: Cancer Treatment: Complementary and Alternative Methods

What are the Types, Stages and Survival Rates of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer?

• Wikipedia: Lung Cancer: Classification: Non-Small Cell Lung Carcinoma (NSCLC)
• ACS: After the Tests: Staging: Staging of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
• NCI: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Treatment (PDQ): Stages of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
• eMedicineHealth: Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer: Outlook
• A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Lung Cancer - Non-Small Cell: Outlook (Prognosis)

How Do You Prevent Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer?

• ACS: Can Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Be Prevented?
• Wikipedia: Lung Cancer: Prevention
• eMedicineHealth: Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer: Prevention
• A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Lung Cancer - Non-Small Cell: Prevention

Wisdom, Blogs, and Message Boards about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

• Google Groups: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Discussion
• HealthBoards: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
• Yahoo Answers: What Are The Chances of Survival of Non Small Cell Lung Cancer When Diagnosed at Stage 3B?
• DailyStrength: Lung Cancer Support Group: Discussions: Non Small Cell Lung Cancer

Foundations and Support Groups on Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

• ACS: American Cancer Society
• ALA: American Lung Association
• LCA: Lung Cancer Alliance
• NCI: National Cancer Institute

Scientific and Medical Journal Articles on Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

• Google Scholar: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Article Listing
• JAMA: Archive of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Articles
• PubMed Central: List of Non Small Cell Cancer Related Articles

Clinical Trials on Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

• CenterWatch: Clinical Trials for Non Small Cell Lung Cancer
• ClinicalTrials.gov: Non Small Cell Lung Cancer Clinical Trials

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