Small Cell Carcinoma
Small cell carcinoma (SCC) is a fast-growing type of cancer most commonly arising in the lungs.
It tends to spread quickly to lymph nodes, liver, brain, and other organs. Early diagnosis is challenging due to subtle initial symptoms. Treatment involves chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and, in select cases, surgery or immunotherapy. Accurate staging and aggressive management are critical for survival.
Causes and Risk Factors of Small Cell Carcinoma
SCC has strong associations with lifestyle and environmental factors.
- Smoking: Primary risk factor, responsible for the majority of cases
- Exposure to certain chemicals and carcinogens
- Age and gender: More common in adults over 50 and slightly higher in men
Symptoms and Clinical Features
Symptoms often appear late and may be non-specific.
- Persistent cough, sometimes with blood
- Shortness of breath or chest pain
- Fatigue and weight loss: Generalized symptoms of malignancy
- Neurological symptoms if metastasis occurs to the brain
Treatment Options for Small Cell Carcinoma
Treatment requires aggressive multimodal therapy.
- Chemotherapy: Mainstay for extensive-stage disease
- Radiotherapy to control primary tumor and metastasis
- Surgery: In limited-stage disease, sometimes performed after chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy for selected advanced cases
Why Choose Us for Small Cell Carcinoma Treatment
CureU Healthcare provides personalized care, advanced imaging, coordinated chemotherapy and radiotherapy, and specialized oncology support for small cell carcinoma patients.
Conclusion
Small cell carcinoma is aggressive but manageable with early detection and aggressive treatment. CureU Healthcare ensures precise care and multidisciplinary management.
