Statistics reveal that in 2020, lung cancer has the highestSLOTincidence and mortality rate. 2Compared with other cancers in Thailand, the number of new lung cancer cases is 23,717, or 65 cases per day on average. In addition, more than 20,395 Thai people, or 56 cases per day, on average. Died of lung cancer The severity of the disease in Thailand is ranked 18th in the world because the stage of lung cancer being treated directly affects the patient's chances of survival.
In addition, the proportion of early detection of lung cancer cases in Thailand remains low. This is especially true when compared to developed countries such as the United States, United Kingdom, France, Spain, Italy, Japan, etc., which make low dose CT scans as the standard guideline for lung cancer screening. To reduce the mortality rate of lung cancer patients in Thailand is to screen those at risk for lung cancer. by increasing access to standard diagnostic tests so that patients can receive treatment from the very beginning and it is likely that the results will be satisfactory.
Many Thai people still lack awareness of lung cancer screening. As a result, most patients are diagnosed with lung cancer at the last stage, which often has a low survival rate. Wichaiyut Hospital provided additional information that “If lung cancer is found in stage 4 or metastatic Patients will have a 5-year survival rate of only 0-10%. Stage 3 or locally advanced stage. Patients have a 5-year survival rate of 13-36%, but if they are diagnosed with stage 1 or 2 lung cancer, which is 'early stage', the patient has a 5-year survival rate of 53-92%. However, Thailand detects only 15% of early lung cancer, so people with risk factors for lung cancer include exposure to tobacco smoke or carcinogenic chemicals. Someone in the family has lung cancer. Have a history of other cancers or lung disease Therefore, you should pay attention to health warning signs. If you notice that you or someone close to you has the following symptoms Should consult a doctor for lung cancer screening, such as hoarseness, changing voice, chronic cough, cough with bloody sputum wheezing chest pain all the time pain when swallowing frequent lung infections, etc.
In healthy people, they may be more likely to develop lung cancer. Because the causes that lead to this disease are many, including:
Genetic factors, such as those with a history of chronic lung disease chronic emphysema A family history of cancer that may be inherited. In addition, an abnormal mutation in an individual's gene can also result in lung cancer. Only about 20% of these genetic factors contribute to lung cancer.
Behavioral and environmental factors The main factor is the other 80%, such as smoking more than 20 packs-year, occupations that are exposed to carcinogens, such as the mining industry. plastic industry insulation manufacturing industry would have the opportunity to inhale asbestos or asbestos, nickel, chromium in large quantities Including daily life that has to be exposed to PM 2.5 dust, riding a motorcycle Light incense to pay homage to monks, etc., so if you find yourself or someone close to you facing a risk You should keep checking your health regularly. and consult a doctor for effective screening methods.
