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Is it too late to cure lung cancer is it's in stage 3?
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WE CAN NOT ANSWER: We can not answer without knowing the type of cancer etc.Discuss with your oncologist.
Answered 3/29/2013
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Not necessarily: Some stage 3 patients can be cured, but much more information is needed about the patient and the cancer. Stage 3 lung cancer patients should be evaluated my medical oncologist, radiation oncologist and thoracic surgeons to determine the best treatment plan.
Answered 6/15/2014
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