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Can a stage 4 small cell lung cancer be treated or is it possible to cure?

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Dr. Anthony Filly answered

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Yes and no: It can be treated but generally not cured.

Dr Levitt agreed

Answered 2/20/2013

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Yes / probably no: Small cell lung cancer responds amazingly well even to old-fashioned chemotherapy, giving several months to a few years of good-quality life. There is even talk of cures, but these are very uncommon. Good luck.

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Answered 2/24/2013

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