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Small Cell Lung Cancer

Small cell lung cancer is a fast-growing form of lung cancer that most often affects smokers. Learn more about staging, treatment options, and prognosis.

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Types of Lung Cancer

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How Small Cell Lung Cancer Is Treated

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

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Small Cell Lung Cancer: Coping, Support, and Living Well

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

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How Small Cell Lung Cancer Is Diagnosed

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

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Small Cell Lung Cancer: Causes and Risk Factors

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

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Small Cell Lung Cancer: Overview and More

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

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Small Cell Lung Cancer: Signs and Symptoms

Medically reviewed by Douglas A. Nelson, MD

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Small Cell Lung Cancer Survival Rates

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

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Limited-Stage Small Cell Lung Cancer: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD

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Extensive-Stage Small Cell Lung Cancer

Medically reviewed by Douglas A. Nelson, MD

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Surgery for Small Cell Lung Cancer: Benefits and Types

Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD