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How Targeted Therapy Is Revolutionizing Lung Cancer Treatment: What Every Patient Should Know
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In this episode, we explore how targeted therapy is changing the way doctors treat lung cancer, especially for patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and specific gene mutations like EGFR and ALK.
You’ll learn:
- What targeted therapy is and how it differs from chemotherapy
- Why is it more precise and causes fewer side effects
- How doctors match treatments to your cancer’s gene profile
- The role of tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) and monoclonal antibodies
- Common side effects to watch for and how they’re managed
- How targeted therapy can be combined with other treatments for better results
- What you can do to stay involved and improve your treatment outcomes
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or exploring your next step after chemo, this episode gives you a clear, hopeful look at how targeted therapy works—and why it could be the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for.
Blog Link: Targeted Therapy for Lung Cancer
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