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   <title>About.com Lung Cancer: Most Popular Articles</title>
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         <title><![CDATA[Stage 4 Life Expectancy]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What is stage 4 lung cancer life expectancy?  Stage 4 life expectancy can vary among different people.  What affects stage 4 life expectancy and what are the statistics?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Stage 4 Lung Cancer]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What is stage 4 non-small cell lung cancer, what are the symptoms, and how is it treated?  What can I expect if I have stage 4 lung cancer, and what is my prognosis or life expectancy?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Survival Rate]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Medical definition of survival rate, the percent of people who survive a disease for a specific amount of time.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Extensive Stage Lung Cancer]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What is extensive stage small cell lung cancer, what are the symptoms, and what is the treatment?  What can I expect if I have extensive stage small cell lung cancer, and what is the prognosis?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Chemotherapy]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[My doctor advised chemotherapy for my lung cancer. Why and how is chemotherapy given?  Will I have side effects from chemotherapy? What are some of the medications used for lung cancer?  Chemotherapy is used often during lung cancer treatment.  It is often used as an adjunct, in addition to surgery, to prolong survival, and to improve the symptoms of lung cancer.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Stage 3 Lung Cancer]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What is stage 3 lung cancer, what are the symptoms, and how is it treated?  What can I expect if I have stage 3 lung cancer, and what is my prognosis or life expectancy?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Stage 3B Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/typesoflungcancer/a/stage3blungca.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What is stage 3B lung cancer, what are the symptoms, and how is it treated?  What can I expect, and what is my prognosis if I have stage 3B lung cancer?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Final Stage Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/endoflifeissues/a/finalstagecancer.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What should you expect during the final stages of lung cancer?  Everyone is different, but some physical and emotional changes are very common in the final stages of lung cancer.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Symptoms of Lung Cancer]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What are the symptoms of lung cancer?  Is my chronic cough a symptom of lung cancer?  Symptoms of lung cancer can include specific symptoms such as a chronic cough, non-specific symptoms like fatigue, and sometimes there are no symptoms at all.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Staging Non-Small Cell]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/nonsmallcellcancerstage/a/stagingnon.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Treatment and survival with non small-cell lung cancer are strongly determined by the stage of cancer at diagnosis. Though the classification system can be confusing, there are essentially four stages.  ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Non-small cell lung cancer is the most common form of lung cancer accounting for 80% of all lung cancers. Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer, but non-small cell adenocarcinoma is the most common lung cancer found in non-smokers and women.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Metastatic Lung Cancer]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Cancer in the lungs can be related to a primary lung cancer, or due to the spread of cancer (metastasis) from other regions of the body.  Breast cancer, colon cancer, prostate cancer, and bladder cancer are the most common metastatic cancers to the lungs, though almost all cancers can spread to the lungs.  Treatment of metastatic lung cancer is usually focused on the primary cancer, or origin of the cancer.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Stage 3A Lung Cancer]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What is stage 3A lung cancer, and what are the symptoms and treatment options?  What can I expect if I am diagnosed with stage 3A lung cancer?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Adenocarcinoma of the Lung]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Adenocarcinoma of the lung is a form of non-small cell lung cancer.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Supporting Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/caregivercorner/a/supplungca.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The support of family and friends is critical to someone diagnosed with lung cancer. What things can we do to offer the best support to our loved ones with cancer?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Radiation for Lung Cancer]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[When is radiation therapy recommended for lung cancer? How is it given?  What side effects does radiation therapy have?  Are there different types of radiation therapy? Radiation therapy is used alone or along with chemotherapy or surgery for many people with lung cancer.  Having a basic understanding of radiation therapy can help you play an active role in your treatment choices.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Inoperable Lung Cancer]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[My doctor says my lung cancer is inoperable. Read on to learn what inoperable lunch cancer means and what can be done to treat inoperable lung cancer.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lung Cancer Statistics]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/whatislungcancer/a/lungcancerstats.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Lung cancer statistics are alarming and saddening.  What are the statistics about lung cancer?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Stage 3 Life Expectancy]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What is stage 3 lung cancer life expectancy?  Stage 3 lung cancer life expectancy can vary among different people.  What affects stage 3 life expectancy and what are the statistics?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Diagnosis of Lung Cancer]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Imaging is a common way to diagnose lung cancer. In addition to the common chest x-ray procedure, CT scans, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and PET scans are also used for identification.  Do the terms sputum cytology, bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, thoracotomy and mediastinoscopy sound foreign? Read on to learn what each test is and how it can help you in understanding if your suspected cancer is benign or malignant and if it has metasasized.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lung Cancer Myths]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/whatislungcancer/tp/lungcancermyths.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Myths about the causes and treatment of lung cancer are common.  What is the truth behind these common lung cancer myths?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lung Cancer Surgery]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/lungcancersurg.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Surgery for lung cancer can often cure lung cancer in the early stages.  Knowing the types of lung cancer surgery, risks involved in surgery, and what to expect before and after lung cancer surgery can help you discuss with your health care team if this is the best option for you.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Clinical Trials]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/clinicaltrials.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What are clinical trials for lung cancer?  What are the benefits? What are the risks?  Are there different types or phases of clinical trials?  How can I find a clinical trial near my home?  Having an understanding of what clinical trials entail can help you decide whether an experimental new treatment may be something you wish to consider.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Stage 1 Non-Small Cell Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/typesoflungcancer/a/stage1lungca.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Stage 1 non-small cell lung cancer is the earliest stage at which most lung cancers are diagnosed, and has the best prognosis.  What are the symptoms and treatment options for stage 1 lung cancer?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Targeted Therapies]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/targetrx.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Currently used primarily for stage 3 and 4 lung cancers, targeted therapies offer new treatment options for advanced lung cancer.  Unlike traditional chemotherapy, targeted therapies target cancer cells specifically and spare healthy tissue.  ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Squamous Cell Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/squamouccell.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Squamous cell lung cancer is a form of non-small cell lung cancer.  What is squamous cell lung cancer?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Pancoast Tumor]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/typesoflungcancer/f/pancoasttumor.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A pancoast tumors is a lung cancer that has a unique set of symptoms.  What is a pancoast tumors,what are the symptoms, how are they diagnosed, how are they treated, and what is the prognosis?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[What is Lung Cancer?]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What is lung cancer? Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death worldwide. 1.2 million people are diagnosed with lung cancer every year!  In the United States in 2006, an estimated 163,000 people died from lung cancer and an estimated 175,000 new lung cancer diagnoses were made.  Understanding the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments of lung cancer can make this frightening diagnosis easier to understand.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[H1N1 (Swine Flu) Treatment]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/swineflutreatment.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What H1N1 (swine flu) treatment options are available for people with cancer?  What medications are used for H1N1 (swine flu) treatment, when are they used, and what are the side effects?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lung Cancer Treatments]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/treatmentlungca.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[There are several types of lung cancer treatments.  What lung cancer treatments are commonly used, and what new lung cancer treatments are available?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lung Cancer Prevention]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/preventinglungcance1/a/preventlungca.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Lung cancer prevention is a critical topic since lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in men and women worldwide.  What do we know about lung cancer prevention?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Early Symptoms of Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/whatislungcancer/a/earlysymptoms.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Understanding the early symptoms of lung cancer may help you find the disease at an earlier stage.  What are the early symptoms of lung cancer, and should you be concerned about a chronic cough, repeated bronchitis, shoulder and chest pain, or even knee pain?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Family History and Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/a/famhxlungca.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A family history of lung cancer increases the risk of developing lung cancer.  Hereditary lung cancer is more common in women, nonsmokers and relatives of those that develop lung cancer early in life.  Find out if your family history indicates you have a genetic predisposition to lung cancer.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Stage 2 Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/typesoflungcancer/a/stage2lungca.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What is stage 2 non-small cell lung cancer, what are the symptoms, and how is it treated?  What can I expect if stage 2 lung cancer recurs, and what is my prognosis?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[BAC]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/typesoflungcancer/a/BAC.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[BAC (Bronchioloalveolar carcinoma) is an uncommon form of lung cancer.  What are the symptoms of BAC?  How is BAC different than other forms of lung cancer?  How is BAC treated?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Complementary Medicine]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/evidencecomp.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[You may hear about alternative lung cancer treatments if you have been diagnosed with lung cancer. Yoga, meditation, acupuncture, massage -- all have been talked about as being able to help with lung cancer symptoms.  While many of these have not been extensively studied, some are considered solid, alternative lung cancer treatments.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Radiation Side Effects]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Radiation therapy is frequently used with or without chemotherapy and surgery for the treatment of lung cancer. Short-term side effects such as skin irritation, fatigue, and inflammation of the esophagus can occur.  Long-term side effects including radiation pneumonitis, pulmonary fibrosis, and secondary cancers should be discussed with your radiation oncologist.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Cancer Fatigue]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/cancerfatigue.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Cancer fatigue is different than ordinary tiredness.  What is cancer fatigue?  What causes cancer fatigue?  What can I do to cope with cancer fatigue?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lung Cancer Types]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[There are several lung cancer types.  Understanding lung cancer types, whether non-small cell, small cell, or other types, can help your health care team choose the best treatment for you.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Malingnant Pleural Effusion]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/malignanteffusion.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A malignant pleural effusion can occur as a complication of lung cancer.  What is a malignant pleural effusion, how is it diagnosed, and how is it treated?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lung Cancer and Exercise]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/lungcaexercise.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Can exercise help treat and prevent lung cancer?  Studies show that even moderate exercise reduces the risk of developing lung cancer, lowers mortality in those already diagnosed, and improves quality of life for cancer survivors.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Marijuana Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/f/marijuana.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Does smoking marijuana cause lung cancer?  What do the studies and science say about marijuana and lung cancer?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[SVC Syndrome]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/svcsyndrome.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[SVC syndrome can be a complication of lung cancer.  What is SVC syndrome, what are the symptoms, and how is it treated?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lung Cancer Depression]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/depression.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[My diagnosis of lung cancer makes me so sad - is it depression? What is the difference between grief and depression?  Learn about the symptoms, causes, risk factors, and when you should be concerned about depression during your cancer treatment. ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Alcohol and Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/f/alcohollungca.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Does alcohol increase the risk of lung cancer?  Can drinking wine, beer, or hard liquor cause or prevent lung cancer?  Studies show that the affect of alcohol on lung cancer may vary with the type of alcohol consumed and on whether you are male or female.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Anemia]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/anemia.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Learn the definition of anemia. ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Diet and Prevention]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/preventinglungcance1/a/dietprev.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A healthy diet can help with lung cancer prevention. Preventing lung cancer takes more than just avoiding tobacco. Certain foods and eating practices appear to lower the risk. ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[How to Find Clinical Trials]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/findingtrials.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Finding clinical trials for lung cancer can offer options not otherwise available for treatment. Clinical trials -- also known as experimental treatments for lung cancer -- can be found in several databases as well as matching services.   ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Preventing Blood Clots]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/bloodclots.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis or DVTs) are a common and serious complication of lung cancer treatment.  What are the symptoms you should watch for, and what can you do to prevent them?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Tips For Caregivers]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/tipsforcaregivers/a/caregivertips.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Caring for someone with cancer can be at once the most rewarding and most difficult time in our lives.  Following a few tips such as pampering yourself, maintaining a sense of humor, and finding a support group, can help you minimize the stress and leave you feeling fulfilled in your efforts rather than resentful.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Chemotherapy Mouth Sores]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/mouthsores.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Mouth sores are a common side effect of chemotherapy.  Coping with chemotherapy induced mouth sores begins with an understanding of foods that may worsen or ease the pain, and the importance of good oral care.  An awareness of possible complications of mouth sores, and when to contact your health care team, can help you take an active role in your cancer care.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lung Cancer Women]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/whatislungcancer/a/lungcancerwomen.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Lung cancer in women is different than lung cancer in men.  How do the statistics, causes, symptoms, treatment, and survival differ for lung cancer in women?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lung Cancer Non-Smokers]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/whatislungcancer/a/lungcancernonsmokers.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Lung cancer in non-smokers is a different disease in many ways.  What are the statistics, causes, and how is treatment and survival different in non-smokers with lung cancer?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Small Cell Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/typesoflungcancer/a/smallcell.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Small cell lung cancer grows fast and spreads quickly.  Small cell lung cancer is caused primarily by smoking, and therefore largely preventable.  Despite responding well to chemotherapy, the 5 year survival rate overall is less than 20%.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Anorexia]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/anorexia.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Loss of appetite (anorexia) affects the majority of people with lung cancer.  What causes anorexia, how is it treated, and what can I do to cope with a loss of appetite?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Managing Radiation Effects]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/manageradeffect.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Side effects of radiation therapy for lung cancer are common.  Managing these side effects can ease some of the symptoms of radiation therapy.  Tips for managing skin irritation, fatigue, difficulty swallowing and cough can lessen the the impact of these side effects of radiation therapy during your treatment.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Surgery Types]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/surgerytypes.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Several types of lung cancer surgery are available. The type of lung cancer surgery, whether a wedge resection, lobectomy, or pneumonectomy will depend on the size and location of your lung cancer, as well as your general health.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Limited Small Cell Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/typesoflungcancer/a/limitedsmallca.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What is limited stage small cell lung cancer, what are the symptoms, and how is it treated?  What can I expect if I have limited stage small cell lung cancer and what is my prognosis?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Coping With Cancer Fatigue]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/copingfatigue.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Coping with cancer fatigue is one of the biggest concerns during cancer treatment.  Learning to ask for help, exercising, pacing yourself, and managing stress, can help reduce fatigue during this time.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lymph Nodes]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/lymphnodes.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Your doctor said your cancer is in your lymph nodes.  What are lymph nodes?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/lymphnodes.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Palliative Therapy]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/Palliativerx.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Medical definition of palliative therapy, a form of cancer management.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/Palliativerx.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lung Cancer Pain]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/cancerpain.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Management of lung cancer pain has come a long way, and most people with lung cancer can experience good pain control during treatment.  What causes pain, what are the barriers to treatment, and how is pain treated with lung cancer?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Bone Marrow Suppression]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/bonemarrowsupp.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Bone marrow suppression is a common side effect of chemotherapy.  What should you know about bone marrow suppression during chemotherapy?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Pancytopenia]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/pancytopenia.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Chemotherapy for cancer can cause pancytopenia.  What is pancytopenia?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[PET Scan]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/petscan.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Definition of PET Scan - a type of radiological test used to evaluate lung cancer and other diseases.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/petscan.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Diaphragm]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/diaphragm.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The diaphragm is an important muscle used in breathing.  What is the diaphragm?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Radon and Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/a/radonrisk.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer, and the leading cause in non-smokers.  Deaths of non-smokers from lung cancer, such as Dana Reeve, has brought some awareness, but far too few people have had their homes tested.  Knowing what radon is, how to test for it, what levels are normal, and how to fix the problem, can go a long way in reducing the risk of this entirely preventable cause of lung cancer.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Questions to Ask Your Doctor]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/questionstoas1/a/questiondoc.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What questions should you ask your doctor about lung cancer diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Types and Phases of Trials]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/phasetrial.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[When choosing clinical trials it is important to be aware of the types and phases of clinical trials.  What are the types and phases of clinical trials? ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Chemotherapy Hair Loss]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/hairloss.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Chemotherapy induced hair loss is one of the most distressing side effects of chemotherapy. Understanding why and when hair loss occurs, how to cope physically and emotionally with chemotherapy-induced hair loss, may help you prepare for this side effect of lung cancer treatment]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Chemo &amp; Taste Changes]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/tastechanges.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[How can I cope with taste changes from chemotherapy?  If you are in the 50% of people who experience taste changes during chemotherapy, good oral care, and tips on foods to try and foods to avoid may help with this annoying symptom.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Women and Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/whatislungcancer/a/womenlungca.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Women are different than men with lung cancer.  Differences between women and men with lung cancer include the incidence, response to treatment and survival rate.  Women have a higher survival rate from lung cancer at all stages of the disease.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Phase 1 Clinical Trials]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/phase1trial.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Phase 1 clinical trials are done to evaluate the safety of a drug or treatment.  What is the definition of phase 1 clinical trials?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Chemotherapy Induced Anemia]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/chemoanemia.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Anemia is a common side effect of chemotherapy.  Knowing the symptoms of anemia, treatment options, and what you can do to cope, can help you understand this often undertreated symptom.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Radiation Pneumonitis]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/radpneumonitis.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Radiation pneumonitis can occur as a side effect of radiation therapy for lung cancer.  What is radiation pneumonitis?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Solitary Pulmonary Nodule]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/typesoflungcancer/a/spn.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What are solitary pulmonary nodules?  What are the chances that a solitary pulmonary nodule is cancer, and what will my doctor recommend to find out?  What are other causes of solitary pulmonary nodules?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Insensitive Comments]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/insensitive.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[People often make insensitive comments to those going through lung cancer treatment. What can you do to minimize the impact of these remarks on your emotions, so you can focus on your treatment?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[The Stigma of Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/lungcastigma.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[There is a stigma associated with a diagnosis of lung cancer.  That stigma plays out in the public perception of those with lung cancer, physicians' attitude toward lung cancer, government- and- private-funding of lung cancer and even an individuals feeling about their diagnosis of lung cancer.  ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Cancer Support Groups]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/cancersupport.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Cancer support groups can be very helpful to cancer survivors.  How can you find cancer support groups?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Dennis Zbaldo Interview]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/dennisz.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[How do you get through a day with lung cancer?  Dennis Zbaldo shares what only those living with lung cancer understand, and how he copes with his disease on his daily journey.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Symptom Management]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/sxmanage.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A diagnosis of lung cancer is frightening.  Will I have pain?  Will I have difficulty breathing?  Will I lose weight?  Will I feel exhausted. Excellent relief from common cancer symptoms is available. Knowing how to describe your pain and options available can help you work with your health care team.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Fingernail Changes]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/fingernailchemo.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Coping with fingernail changes during chemotherapy can be easier if you follow a few simple steps.  What should you expect, what can you do, and when should you call your doctor?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Secondary Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/secondaryca.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Your doctor called your lung cancer a secondary cancer.  What is the definition of secondary cancer?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Side Effects of Chemotherapy]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/chemosideeffect.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[We have all heard about the side effects of chemotherapy: hair loss, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, low blood counts and mouth sores.  Having an awareness of the common side effects of chemotherapy, when to call your doctor and what to expect can help you work most effectively with your cancer care team.  ]]></description>
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         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Thrombocytopenia]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/thrombocyt.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Thrombocytopenia (low platelets) can occur as a side effect of chemotherapy.  Learn the symptoms, how it is treated, things you can do to cope, and when you should call if you experience this problem.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[SBRT]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/sbrt.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[SBRT (stereotactic body radiotherapy) is a new treatment for lung cancer.  What is SBRT?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lung Cancer Causes]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/a/causeoverview.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[There are many lung cancer causes.  Causes of lung cancer include lifestyle, environment and occupational. New studies also suggest genetics and infections as lung cancer causes.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Advanced Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/advancelung.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Definition of advanced lung cancer, cancer that has spread.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Pleural Effusion]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/pleffusion.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Medical definition of pleural effusion, fluid build-up in the lining of the lungs.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Complete Blood Count (CBC)]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/cbc.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Definition of complete blood count (CBC), a blood test to determine levels of certain cells in the blood.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Occupation Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/a/occupationcause.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Your occupation and substances you are exposed to at work could place you at risk for lung cancer, and are responsible for up to 29% of lung cancers in men.  Learn what some of these exposures are, and ways that you can protect yourself while at work.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Pleurodesis]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/pleurodesis.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Pleurodesis is a procedure sometimes performed with lung cancer.  What does a pleurodesis entail?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Palliative Chemotherapy]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/f/palliativechemo.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Palliative chemotherapy is often misunderstood by patients.  It is chemotherapy meant to improve symptoms and quality of life for those living with cancer, but does not necessarily improve survival.  Understanding the goals of palliative chemotherapy, and questions to ask, can help you make the best decision for your own situation.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Prepare for Lung Surgery]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/surgeryprep.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[How can you prepare for lung cancer surgery?  What should you do before lung cancer surgery to make it as successful as possible?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Environmental Causes]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/a/envirocause.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[There are many environmental causes of lung cancer. These environmental causes are often preventable.  Causes of lung cancer, such as exposure to radon, asbestos, certain chemicals, secondhand smoke and wood smoke, can often be avoided if we are aware of their presence.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Granite Countertops Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/f/granitecountertops.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Can granite countertops cause cancer?  Granite emits radon, the second leading cause of lung cancer, but are granite countertops a big enough source of radon to cause cancer?  ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Smoking/Lung Cancer Paradox]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/f/lungcaparadox.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Japanese men have less lung cancer even though they smoke more.  Reasons may include lifestyle factors, such as alcohol and diet, or the type of filters and carcinogens present in Japanese cigarettes.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Helping Teens Cope]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/a/teencope.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[How can you help a teenage child cope with a parent with cancer?  Open communication, honesty, maintaining limits, and letting children live their own lives, can help the teenage child cope with having a parent with cancer.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[COPD]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/copd.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is a lung disease that can increase the risk of developing lung cancer.  What is the definition of COPD?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[HPV and Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/f/hpvlungcancer.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Does HPV (human papilloma virus) cause lung cancer?  What is HPV, what cancers does it cause, and what is the role of HPV in lung cancer?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Death Rattle]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/deathrattle.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The &quot;death rattle&quot; is a common sound at the end of life.  What is the definition of death rattle?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Definition of Hypoxemia]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/hypoxemia.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[An inadequate level of oxygen in the blood.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/hypoxemia.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Large Cell Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/largecelllungcancer.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Large cell lung cancer is an uncommon form of non-small cell lung cancer. ]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/largecelllungcancer.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Cigars as a Lung Cancer Cause]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/f/cigarsmoke.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Can smoking cigars cause lung cancer?  Smoking cigars increases the risk of lung cancer, as well as the risk of oral and esophageal cancers.  In addition, second-hand smoke from cigars is a danger for non-smokers.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/f/cigarsmoke.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Spirituality]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/spirituallife.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Does spirituality play a role in your cancer treatment?  What does medical research say about spirituality and coping, quality of life, treatment, and survival with lung cancer? ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Nausea and Vomiting]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/nausea.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Nausea and Vomiting are dreaded side effects of chemotherapy.  What causes nausea and vomiting during chemotherapy, which medications are more likely to cause nausea, and what treatments are available?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lung Cancer Quit Smoking]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/whatislungcancer/f/lungcaquit.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Does it help to quit smoking with lung cancer?  Can smoking interfere with surgery or other treatments for lung cancer?  Quitting smoking improves the success of lung cancer surgery and treatment and lowers the risk of death from other causes.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Performance Status]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/whatislungcancer/f/performance.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A good performance status is needed for many cancer trials.  What is performance status?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/whatislungcancer/f/performance.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Metastasis]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/metastasis.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Medical definition of metastasis, a term referring to the spread of cancer.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/metastasis.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Dysguesia]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/dysguesia.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Definition of dysguesia, an altered sensation of taste.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/dysguesia.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Myelosuppression]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/myelosuppress.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Myelosuppression is a common side effect from chemotherapy.  What is myelosuppression?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/myelosuppress.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lung Cancer Screening]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/whatislungcancer/a/screeninglung.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[CT lung cancer screening has the potential to save lives.  Yet, CT lung cancer screening has risks as well.  Issues include errors that result in unnecessary workup and surgeries, radiation exposure from CT scans, and cost.  ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Trachea]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/trachea.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The trachea is a major airway in the respiratory system.  What is the trachea?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Sputum Cytology]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/sputumcyt.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Definition of sputum cytology, a method of sampling sputum (mucous) for cancerous cells.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/sputumcyt.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Head Covers for Hair Loss]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/headcovers.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Head covers are desired by many following hair loss from chemotherapy.  Options for covering your head following chemotherapy induced hair loss include wigs, hairpieces, caps, scarves, and turbans. Deciding which options best meet your needs before you lose your hair can make this distressing time a little easier.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Mesothelioma]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/typesoflungcancer/a/mesothelioma.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Mesothelioma is a rare cancer involving the lungs.  What is mesothelioma, what causes it, and how is mesothelioma treated?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Secondhand Smoke Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/a/secondhandsmokelungcancer.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The link is now well established between secondhand smoke and lung cancer.  What are the statistics about secondhand smoke and lung cancer, and how can you protect yourself?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Pleurectomy]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/pleurectomy.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Pleurectomy is one type of surgical procedure done for mesothelioma.  What exactly does a pleurectomy entail?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Tachypnea]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/tachypnea.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Tachypnea can be a sign with lung cancer that you aren't getting enough oxygen.  What is the definition of tachypnea?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Non-Smokers and Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/preventinglungcance1/a/nonsmoklung.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Non-smokers get lung cancer too.  The death of Dana Reeve, wife of &amp;#8220;superman&amp;#8221; from lung cancer at age 44, raised awareness that even lifelong non-smokers can be at risk for lung cancer.  In fact, between 10 and 15% of those diagnosed with lung cancer have never smoked.  What can non-smokers and smokers do alike to lower their risk?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Neutropenia]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/neutropenia.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Neutropenia is a common side effect of chemotherapy, and can result in serious infections.  What are the symptoms of neutropenia, how is it diagnosed, and how is it treated during chemotherapy?  ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Cancer Travel]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/tp/cancertravel.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Traveling with cancer, whether for treatment or for pleasure can be safe and enjoyable if you plan ahead.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lifestyle and Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/a/storylifeca.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Lung cancer stories from lung cancer surivors give us a glimpse into what it is like to live with lung cancer.  Anthony's lung cancer stories raise the questions.  What caused my lung cancer?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Bronchiectasis]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/bronchiectasis.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Bronchiectasis is a form of COPD, and can be a complication of lung cancer.  What is the definition of bronchiectasis?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Pack-Years]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/packyears.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Pack-years is a measure of how much someone has smoked.  What is the definition of pack-years?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/FNA.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A fine needle aspiration(FNA)biopsy is a procedure that is sometimes used to diagnose lung cancer.  What is FNA?  Learn the definition here.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Definition of Hypoxia]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/Hypoxia.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A deficiency in the amount of oxygen delivered to body tissues.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Micrometastases]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/micrometastases.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Micrometastases can affect treatment recommendations and prognosis with cancer.  What is the definition of micrometastases?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/micrometastases.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Cheyne-Stokes Respirations]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/cheynestokes.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Cheyne-stokes respirations are often seen at the end of life.  What is the definition of cheyne-stokes respirations?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lung Cancer - Articles]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/cs/a.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[An index of articles for the Lung Cancer guide site.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/cs/a.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Preventing Hair Loss]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/whatislungcancer/f/preventhairloss.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Can I prevent hair loss during chemotherapy?  Hair loss during chemotherapy is common, and current methods to prevent hair loss, when effective, carry other concerns as well.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/whatislungcancer/f/preventhairloss.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Spirometry]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/spirometry.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Medical definition of spirometry, a test of lung function.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/spirometry.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Stomatitis]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/stomatitis.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Definition of stomatitis, inflammation of the mucous membranes in the mouth.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/stomatitis.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Second-Line Treatment]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/secondlinerx.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Second-line treatment is treatment is often used after first-line treatment.  What is second-line treatment?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/secondlinerx.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Pulmonary Fibrosis]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/pulmonaryfibros.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Pulmonary fibrosis is one of those clinical terms a lung cancer patient may hear, perhaps in relation to his radiation therapy. What does it mean exactly? Learn the full definition here.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Primary Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/primarycancer.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A primary cancer is the original organ or tissue where a cancer began.  What is the definition of primary cancer?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/primarycancer.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Tony Hawk Interview]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/caregivercorner/a/tonyhinterview.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[How does it feel as a teen when your parent is diagnosed with cancer?  Pro-skateboarder, Tony Hawk, shares his feelings after his father was diagnosed with lung cancer when he was only 17.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Smoking Relatives]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/caregivercorner/qt/smokingrelative.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[As a smoker, how can you be sensitive to your family member with lung cancer?  Acknowledging their concern]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/caregivercorner/qt/smokingrelative.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Antioxidant]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/antioxidant.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Medical definition of antioxidant, a substance that protects cells from free radicals.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lobectomy]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/lobectomy.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A lobectomy is a type of surgery for lung cancer.  What is a lobectomy]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/lobectomy.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Hilum]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/hilum.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The region of each lung where the bronchi, blood vessels, and nerves enter and leave the lungs.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/hilum.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[In Vivo]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/invivo.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[They said the drug worked in vivo as well as in vitro.  What does in vivo mean?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/invivo.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Ecchymosis]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/ecchymosis.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[An ecchymosis can be a sign of a low platelet count.  What is an ecchymosis?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/ecchymosis.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Paraneoplastic Syndrome]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/paraneoplastic.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Definition of paraneoplastic syndrome, a variety of symptoms due to the presence of a tumor in the body.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/paraneoplastic.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Petechiae]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/petechiae.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Petechiae can be a sign of a low platelet count.  What are petechiae?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/petechiae.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Platelets]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/platelet.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Platelets are a type of blood cell.  What are platelets?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/platelet.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Phase 2 Clinical Trials]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/phase2trial.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Phase 2 clinical trials are done to evaluate a drug or treatment to see if it works.  What is the definition of phase 2 clinical trials.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/phase2trial.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Dysphagia]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/dysphagia.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Definition of dysphagia, difficulty swallowing.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/dysphagia.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[DVT]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/dvt.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[His doctor says he has a DVT (deep vein thrombosis).  What is a DVT?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/dvt.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Esophagitis]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/esophagitis.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Definition of esophagitis, inflammation of the esophagus.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/esophagitis.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Esophagus]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/esophagus.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Definition of esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/esophagus.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Bronchus]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/bronchus.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Medical definition of bronchus, part of the respiratory system.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/bronchus.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Smoking and Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/a/smokinglungcancer.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The link between smoking and lung cancer is well known.  What are the statistics about smoking and lung cancer?  Does quitting make a difference with smoking and lung cancer?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/a/smokinglungcancer.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Hemoptysis]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/hemoptysis.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Medical definition of hemoptysis, coughing up blood.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/hemoptysis.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Patient Tips Smoking Relatives]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/qt/copingfamilysmoker.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[As a lung cancer patient, how can you cope when someone in the family is smoking around you?  Expressing your concern, but delegating that concern to others is important for lung cancer patients whose family members smoke.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/qt/copingfamilysmoker.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Skin Changes Chemotherapy]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/skinchemo.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Skin changes, from rashes to acne, are common during chemotherapy for lung cancer.  Learn what to expect, what you can do to protect your skin, and when to call your doctor with skin problems during chemotherapy.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/skinchemo.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[WBCs]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/whitecells.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[White blood cells (WBCs)are an important part of the immune system.  What are white blood cells?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/whitecells.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Dan&#039;s Story]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/catreatmentstor.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[How do you choose the best treatment after being diagnosed with lung cancer?  Dan's story illustrates that many options sometimes exist for the same cancer.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/catreatmentstor.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Smoking Family Member]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/questionstoas1/f/smokingfamily.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[How do lung cancer patients feel about family members who smoke?  How do lung cancer patients respond to family members who smoke?     ]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/questionstoas1/f/smokingfamily.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Chemobrain]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/chemobrain.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Chemobrain is a relatively new term describing cognitive changes people may experience as a side effect of chemotherapy.  What is chemobrain, what are the symptoms, what causes it, and how can you cope with the symptoms of chemobrain?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/chemobrain.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Wheezing]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/wheezing.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Wheezing can be a symptom of lung cancer as well as many other lung conditions.  What is wheezing?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/wheezing.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lung Cancer and Sexuality]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/sexuality.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Sexuality is an important part of life, even during lung cancer treatment.  What are the issues that affect sexuality with lung cancer, and what can you do to foster physical intimacy during treatment? ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Tumor Markers]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/tumormarker.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Definition of tumor markers, substances that may be elevated in the body when a tumor is present.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/tumormarker.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Hypercalcemia]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/hypercalcemia.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Your oncologist said hypercalcemia is causing your symptoms.  What is the definition of hypercalcemia?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/hypercalcemia.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Palliative Sedation]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/palliativesedation.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Palliative sedation may be used for some people with intractable symptoms from cancer.  What is the definition of palliative sedation?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/palliativesedation.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Oncologist]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/oncologist.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Medical definition of oncologist, a physician that specializes in treating cancer.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/oncologist.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Emphysema]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/emphysema.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Emphysema is a chronic lung disease.  What is the definition of emphysema?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/emphysema.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Adjuvant Therapy]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/adjuvantrx.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Medical definition of a form of cancer treatment]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/adjuvantrx.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Radon Testing]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/a/radontesting.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Radon testing can help prevent the second leading cause of lung cancer.  What is radon testing, who should do radon testing, what type of test kits are available, and what do the results of radon testing mean?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/causesoflungcance1/a/radontesting.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Asbestos]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/asbestos.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Definition of asbestos, a material that can cause lung cancer.]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/asbestos.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Allopathic Medicine]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/allopathicmed.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Definition of allopathic medicine, otherwise known as traditional or conventional Western medicine]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[VATS]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Definition of video-assisted thoracoascopic surgery (VATS), and procedure used to operate inside the chest.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Prophylactic Radiation]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Medical definition of a cancer therapy]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Stage 0 Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/typesoflungcancer/a/stage0lungca.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What is stage 0 lung cancer, what are the symptoms, and what is the treatment?  What can I expect if I have stage 0 lung cancer, and what is my prognosis?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Clubbing]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Medical definition of clubbing, a deformity of the fingers.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Dyspnea]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Definition of dyspnea, shortness of breath]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Homeopathic Medicine]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/homeopathy.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Homeopathic medicine is a form of complementary/alternative medicine.  How does homeopathic medicine differ from traditional medicine?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Occult Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/occultlungca.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Your doctor said the results of your test showed occult lung cancer.  What is occult lung cancer?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Partial Response]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Medical definition of a partial response to treatment.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Phase 3 Clinical Trials]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/phase3trial.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Phase 3 clinical trials are done before an experimental medication or treatment is approved for public use by the FDA.  What is the definition of phase 3 clinical trials?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Phase 4 Clinical Trials]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/phase4trial.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Phase 4 clinical trials are done after a medication or treatment has already been approved by the FDA.  What is the definition of phase 4 clinical trials?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Photodynamic Therapy]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/photodynamicrx.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Definition of photodynamic therapy, a treatment that uses a drug plus a special type of light to kill cancer cells.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Pleuroscopy]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/pleuroscopy.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A pleuroscopy is a procedure that may be done to diagnose or treat complications of lung cancer.  What is a pleuroscopy?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Oximetry]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/oximetry.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Medical definition of oximetry, a measurement of oxygen in the blood.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Neutrophils]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/neutrophils.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A low level of neutrophils can raise the risk of infection.  What are neutrophils?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Genetic Predisposition]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/geneticrisk.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[An individual may have a genetic predisposition to lung cancer if a family member has lung cancer.  What is the definition of genetic predisposition.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Carotenoids]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/carotenoids.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Some carotenoids may lower the risk of cancer.  What are carotenoids?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Cachexia]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/cachexia.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Medical definition of cachexia, a state of wasting seen with chronic diseases, such as cancer.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lung Cancer Research]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/treatmentoflungcancer/a/lungcancerresearch.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Lung cancer research is looking at new ways to screen for, diagnose, and prevent lung cancer. What's new in lung cancer research?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Red Blood Cells]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/redbloodcells.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Red blood cells (RBC's) can be affected by chemotherapy for lung cancer.  What are red blood cells (RBC's)?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Small Cell Carcinoma]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/smallcellcarcinoma.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Small cell carcinomas can occur in the lungs as well as other parts of the body.  What is a small cell carcinoma?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Pulmonary Embolism]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/pulmonaryemboli.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Pulmonary Embolism is a serious complication during lung cancer treatment.  What is the definition of pulmonary embolism?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Thoracentesis]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Definition of thoracentesis, a procedure to remove fluid from the chest.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Superior Vena Cava]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/supvenacava.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The superior vena cava is a large vessel that can become obstructed with lung cancer.  What is the superior vena cava?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Sputum]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/sputum.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Sputum is sometimes looked at to test for lung cancer.  What is sputum?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Sun Protection Lung Cancer]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/livingwithlungcancer/a/sunprotection.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Sun protection is important during treatment for lung cancer, but sun exposure can also have benefits.  What should you know about sun protection during chemotherapy and radiation therapy?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Visualization]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/visualization.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Visualization is a mind-body practice. What does it entail exactly? Learn the definition of visualization here.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Wedge Resection]]></title>
         <link>http://lungcancer.about.com/od/glossary/g/wedgeresection.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A wedge resection is a type of lung cancer surgery.  What is a wedge resection?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>2009-11-25T10:40:33Z</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Progressive Disease]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Definition of a disease that is worsening.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Prognosis]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Medical definition of prognosis, the likely outcome of a disease.]]></description>
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