Lung Cancer Factsheet
Lung cancer is the growth of abnormal cells which cluster together inside the lungs, forming a
tumour. Lung cancers usually start in the cells lining the airways, but there are different types
of lung cancer depending on which cells are affected.
What causes lung cancer?
Up to 90 per cent of lung cancers are caused by cigarette smoking, which damages the genes
in lung cells; others are the result of cancer-causing agents like asbestos and radiation. This
damage allows the cancerous cells to grow and divide uncontrollably, eventually spreading
throughout the body, unless they are removed or treated.
Symptoms of lung cancer
Common symptoms of lung cancer may include:
- Breathlessness
- Persistent cough or a new or changed wheeze
- Blood-streaked phlegm
- Pain in the chest when taking a deep breath or coughing
- Recurring chest infections, pneumonia, or bronchitis
- Excessive tiredness
- Unexplained weight loss
How is it treated?
The treatment for lung cancer may include surgery, where the tumour is removed, and
chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
How can Just Better Care help?
Just Better Care can provide short term to ongoing support as and when it is needed to
support the individual and their family as their care needs change over time. Working with an
individual’s strengths and assisting them with their recovery process throughout any surgical
intervention, radiotherapy and or chemotherapy. Practical supports may include;
assistance with showering and grooming, assistance with managing the home and everyday
tasks such as light cleaning, preparing meals, taking to appointments or outings as desired.
We recognise that sometimes the demands of caring for someone can be exhausting. Just
Better Care are able to support with a break for a carer through their respite care services. A
few hours or even overnight support whilst the carer has a break knowing that their loved one
is being supported. Just Better Care recognise that some day to day tasks may become more
difficult to undertake by a person that is suffering from lung cancer. We are able to provide a
range of simple supports to assist the person to maintain the best quality of life. We can be as
flexible as you need.
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