Dr. Karan Singla is a distinguished Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine specialist, recognized for his expertise and dedication to improving patient outcomes. He completed his MBBS from Baba Farid University in Faridkot, Punjab, where he laid a strong foundation in medical sciences. Driven by a passion for respiratory health, Dr. Singla pursued an MD in Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine at MGM Medical College in New Bombay. This advanced training equipped him with comprehensive knowledge and skills to diagnose and treat a wide range of pulmonary conditions.

Lung Cancer Treatment

Lung cancer treatment varies based on the cancer's type (non-small cell or small cell), stage, and patient health. Primary treatments include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. Surgery aims to remove the tumor and is most effective in early-stage non-small cell lung cancer. Radiation therapy uses high-energy rays to kill cancer cells, often combined with chemotherapy for advanced stages. Chemotherapy employs drugs to destroy rapidly dividing cells and is standard for both lung cancer types. Targeted therapy focuses on specific genetic mutations driving cancer growth, offering a personalized approach with fewer side effects. Immunotherapy enhances the body's immune system to recognize and attack cancer cells. Each treatment plan is tailored to the patient's specific condition, aiming to prolong survival and improve quality of life.

The extensive stage means cancer has spread:

  • Throughout one lung
  • To the opposite lung
  • To lymph nodes on the opposite side
  • To fluid around the lung
  • To bone marrow
  • To distant organs
    • Symptoms of lung cancer

      • Persistent coughing
      • Chest pain
      • Bleeding
      • Fatigue
      • Loss of appetite
      • Sudden weight loss
      • Headaches
      • Coughing up blood