Lung cancer is a malignant cancer that develops from the affected lung epithelium. Unfortunately, despite the progress of medical technology, the mortality rate from this cancer is currently high and accounts for about 85% of the number of cases, the main reason for this is the detection of it in its late stages. Lung cancer ranks first in terms of prevalence in men and women among malignant diseases.
How to reduce the risk of lung cancer
The main cause of lung cancer is smoking, therefore, in order to prevent the disease, it is strongly recommended to quit smoking. There are various means of quitting smoking, including nicotine replacement drugs and the help of a psychologist.
Currently, nicotine replacement drugs include:
- chewing gum;
- Band-aid;
- lozenges;
- nasal spray;
- the inhaler.
A well-designed smoking cessation plan can greatly improve the chances of success. There are many ways that have already helped thousands of people quit smoking.
In addition to the individual plan, pay attention to additional measures that include distracting and healthier activities in those moments when you experience cravings for smoking. For example, you can eat pieces of fruit, chew gum, or brush your teeth. Try to distract yourself with something for at least 5-10 minutes to forget about the desire to smoke, especially in those moments when you usually had a smoke break.
Family, friends, and colleagues can also help you. Let them know about your plans and try to avoid the company of smokers.
Let's add that there are several strategies for your family and friends who want to help you.:
- announce that you are quitting smoking and that you need their support;
- reward yourself for every day you spent without a cigarette;
- get rid of all accessories that are related to smoking;
- ask people in your environment to refuse you if you ask them for a cigarette; Don't forget that quitting smoking has great benefits, even without considering the obvious health benefits.
Quitting smoking is a measure to prevent lung cancer, but at the same time, the risk of developing the disease in people who quit smoking is still increased, and it will never decrease to the level of non–smokers. However, the risk of lung cancer in a person who has quit smoking is much lower than that of a smoker.
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