Diagnosed With Stage 4 Lung Cancer? You May Be Eligible For Compensation
When an individual receives a stage 4 lung cancer diagnosis, it raises many questions regarding the future – and the past
What Does Stage 4 Lung Cancer Mean?
“Staging” is a system used to identify and track a cancer’s status in the body. When lung cancer reaches Stage 4, it means the cancer has spread throughout the body.
Could The Stage 4 Lung Cancer Have Been Detected Earlier?
Many people who are recently diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer learn that a simple, inexpensive test could have caught their cancer at an earlier stage.
Should I Have Received A Screening Test?
If you believe you should have received a low-dose lung cancer screening test, contact the law firm of Pfaff, Gill & Ports, Ltd. We can determine whether you and your loved ones might be entitled to financial compensation.
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Stage 4 Lung Cancer Diagnosis FAQ
How common is lung cancer?
Lung cancer is the most form of cancer in the U.S., with more cases annually than colon, prostate and breast cancer combined. Each year, more than 150,000 people in the U.S. die of lung cancer.
What is the Stage 4 lung cancer survival rate?
The five-year survival rate for people with Stage 4 lung cancer is 3%. This means people with Stage 4 lung cancer have a 3% chance of living five more years, when compared to people without lung cancer. Patients with a Stage 1 diagnosis have a five-year survival rate of 27%.
What are the symptoms of Stage 4 lung cancer?
Stage 4 lung cancer symptoms can include:
- Persistent cough
- Shortness of breath
- Coughing up blood
- Chest pain
- Lack of appetite
- Weight loss
What are the treatment options for Stage 4 lung cancer?
There are many treatment options, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation and gene therapy. The best treatment for a specific case depends on many factors. Treatments typically are used to extend lifespan and ease pain, yet there are success stories of people who have beaten Stage 4 lung cancer.
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