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We just got the new my brother has lung cancer , and he has had it for 8 mos.now how long does he have?
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Can't answer: There are too many variables. It all depends on what type (pathology) of lung cancer he has, the locations, the stage, his co-morbid conditions, and his age among other variables.
Answered 10/24/2012
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Depends: This is a very broad question. Depends what kind of cancer he has - small-cell or non-small-cell, and what stage it is, mainly whether it has spread or not. Go to www.Uptodate.Com. Good luck!
Answered 2/3/2017
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