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Friend of mine who is 48 was dx with non small cell lung cancer stage 2a what is the prognosis. any chance of cure?
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Guarded: I'm glad you're there for your friend. For stage 2a lung cancer, about 35-40% of people are alive in five years with treatment. I'm going to assume that the staging is complete. Best wishes to you both
Answered 3/6/2015
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