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Discussion on Lungs (Part II) with Dr. Siva.

How does lung infection develop into cancer?
Lung infection develops into lung cancer if its duration is long (chronic). This is possible due to the healing process in which the chances of mutation exist when new cells are formed. In a new cell, DNA replication from parent cells occurs. However, if mistakes occur during the DNA replication, the information contained in the cell for system functioning would be distorted.

Could you explain what happens biologically when a passive smoker inhales the smoke?
Cigarette smoke contains more than 4000 chemicals which include tar, nicotine, carbon monoxide, acetone, benzene and formaldehyde. Many of these chemicals are carcinogenic compounds, which increase the risk of lung cancer. The second-hand (passive) smoker inhales all the toxic smoke. This will irritate the lung tissue and increase the chance of mutation.

What are the symptoms of lung cancer?
The symptoms of lung cancer are loss of weight, loss of appetite, chronic cough, hoarseness of voice, wheezing and coughing out blood (heamoptysis).

What is the treatment for lung cancer?
Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgery.

If a smoker decides to quit smoking, how does the lung react?
The lung function will dramatically improve; however, there will be some residual damage. The smoker will also go through withdrawal symptoms – where he/she displays psychological symptoms such as fidgety, loss of appetite, anxiety and loss of focus. This is all due to the nicotine effect.

 

 

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