If lung cancer metastasis is detected, do I still need to do genetic testing?

Whether genetic testing is required after lung cancer metastasis is detected depends on the specific situation. If the patient does not have a genetic mutation, genetic testing is not required; However, if there is a genetic mutation, genetic testing is required.

1. No: If the patient's condition is more serious and the cancer has spread, it is not recommended to carry out genetic testing at this time, because the treatment effect at this time is not good, and the effect of radical cure cannot be achieved by surgery.It can be improved by radiotherapy, chemotherapy and other methods according to the doctor's instructions, which can inhibit the growth and reproduction of cancer cells, and can also prolong the survival time of patients to a certain extent.

2. Need: If the patient's physical fitness is relatively good and he actively cooperates with the doctor for treatment, he can judge whether there is a gene mutation through genetic testing, so as to formulate relevant treatment measures. If there is no gene mutation, targeted therapy can be carried out with drugs such as gefitinib tablets and erlotinib hydrochloride tablets under the guidance of a doctor, and it can also be combined with radiotherapy, immunotherapy and other methods.

In daily life, you should also pay attention to the usual healthy diet, try to eat light food, such as millet porridge, corn porridge, etc., but avoid eating spicy and irritating food, and do not eat raw, cold and cold food. In addition, it is necessary to go to the hospital regularly for follow-up examinations and pay attention to the recovery of the body in time.