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A member asked:
Will my radiation treatments for stage 4 lung cancer increase survival rate ?
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Maybe: Radiation for stage 4 lung cancer is most commonly used to treat the symptoms of cancer (such as pain), rather than to increase survival. Though one may live longer, the goal of radiation is usually to live better.
Answered 2/11/2016
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Not really: While radiation is good for local control and some relief of symptoms, it is unlikely to affect survival in stage IV disease. It may improve your quality of life, but not the length.
Answered 6/10/2014
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