What should be done after 10 years of small cell lung cancer? It is necessary to decide the treatment plan according to the specific stage of the disease, treatment and patient’s status; if it is stable after surgery, regular follow-up and adherence to the treatment; if it recurs, symptomatic treatment or chemotherapy will be given.
Most of the small cell lung cancer patients have been treated for 10 years, and the current treatment needs to be decided according to the patient’s status and specific condition.
1. If the condition is stable after surgery and there is no recurrence or metastasis, regular follow-up is needed to maintain good living habits, quit smoking and alcohol, and have a light diet.
2. If the patient has metastatic spread, radiotherapy, targeted drugs and immunotherapy can be used to slow down the progress of the disease. Commonly used chemotherapy drugs are etoposide combined with platinum, etc., targeted drugs such as anitrotinib, immune drugs such as nabumab. Drugs need to be used under the guidance of a doctor, not blindly use drugs.
If there is any discomfort, it is recommended to consult a doctor in time, make a clear diagnosis, and actively treat the disease.