Is an early-stage lung tumor lung cancer?
Sep 24, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Qi Zhirong
Introduction
Some lung masses may be non-cancerous, such as pulmonary hamartomas or adenomas. Although these masses are also referred to as tumors, they grow slowly and typically do not spread to other areas; therefore, they are not classified as lung cancer. Lung tumors are mainly divided into two categories: benign and malignant tumors. Among malignant tumors, lung cancer is one of the most common types.
Lung tumors at an early stage are generally not lung cancer if they are benign. However, if the tumor is malignant, it is usually lung cancer. The detailed explanation is as follows:
Some lung masses may be non-cancerous, such as pulmonary hamartomas or adenomas. Although these masses are also referred to as tumors, they grow slowly and typically do not spread to other areas, and therefore are not classified as lung cancer. In such cases, regular follow-up monitoring is recommended to track any changes in the tumor.
Lung tumors are mainly divided into two categories: benign and malignant. Among malignant tumors, lung cancer is the most common type. When a pathological diagnosis identifies non-small cell lung cancer or small cell lung cancer, it generally falls within the category of lung cancer. Timely treatment is required in such cases, including surgical intervention, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, etc.
It is recommended to seek prompt medical evaluation at a hospital to determine the nature of the tumor through appropriate diagnostic tests and to follow the doctor's instructions for treatment.
