Question
My grandmother is 65 years old and has been feeling unwell, but we’re not sure what’s wrong. Everyone at home is very worried. Can lung cancer be transmitted to infants and toddlers?
Answer
Infection requires three conditions: the source of infection, the route of transmission, and susceptible individuals. Although lung cancer is a respiratory system disease, it is not a source of infection like tuberculosis. Lung cancer is a malignant tumor, and the disease itself is not an infectious disease, so it does not have infectivity and will never be transmitted to children. However, lung cancer can spread. Not only can it spread locally, but it can also spread to adjacent areas. It is essential to decide on the correct treatment method under the advice and guidance of a doctor, which can suppress the condition and alleviate the lifespan.