Tumor shrinkage after advanced treatment of lung cancer Why is the response more uncomfortable
If the condition of patients with advanced lung cancer improves after active treatment, but the symptoms become more severe, it may be caused by the spread of cancer cells, drug side effects, disease progression, etc.
1. Cancer cell spread: Lung cancer is a primary malignant tumor of the lungs with a relatively high degree of malignancy. When the patient's disease progresses to an advanced stage, the cancer cells may metastasize and spread, resulting in damage to various organs in the body and causing a series of uncomfortable symptoms. In this case, even if treatment is given, there is a possibility that the condition may worsen. It is recommended that family members should give more care and companionship to patients, and actively cooperate with doctors to carry out radiotherapy, chemotherapy and other treatment measures to control the progression of the disease.
2. Drug side effects: Clinically, many drugs used to treat cancer will produce some adverse side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue and other symptoms. These side effects may affect the patient's appetite and nutritional status, which can lead to the occurrence of problems such as weight loss, anemia, etc. In the process of using the drug, it is necessary to closely observe the changes in the patient's condition and the side effects of the drug, and adjust the treatment plan in time.
3. Disease progression: Although treatment of advanced lung cancer can alleviate the patient's symptoms and prolong survival, it cannot cure the disease. As the disease progresses, cancer cells can continue to spread and invade surrounding tissues and organs, leading to further deterioration of the disease.Lung cancer may also cause worsening of symptoms such as difficulty breathing, chest pain, cough, sputum production, and hemoptysis. Patients with advanced lung cancer also need to pay attention to maintaining a good attitude and eating habits while receiving treatment to improve their quality of life and delay the progression of the disease.
In addition, it may also be caused by psychological factors, and it is recommended that family members should give more care and support to the patient to help him build confidence in overcoming the disease. At the same time, it is also necessary to go to the hospital for regular check-ups and pay attention to the changes in the condition at any time.