Patient Video - How did you find out you had EGFR-positive lung cancer?
Christi shares about her lung cancer diagnosis journey and the initial treatments she received. Later when it was discovered that her lung cancer had progressed to stage 4, she had comprehensive biomarker testing which revealed she has the EGFR exon 19 deletion lung cancer mutation. It is recommended that biomarker testing happen immediately following diagnosis to determine the best treatment for each patient's unique cancer.
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Animation - Understanding NSCLC Treatment Options When You Have an EGFR Mutation
Slide Show - Understanding NSCLC Treatment When You Have an EGFR Mutation
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What is a gene mutation and how does it relate to lung cancer?
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How do doctors test for genetic mutations in lung cancer and why is it important?
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What is an EGFR mutation in lung cancer?
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How do doctors treat lung cancer with EGFR mutations?
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How did you find out you had EGFR-positive lung cancer?
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What was the comprehensive biomarker testing experience like?
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What has your treatment experience been for your EGFR-positive lung cancer?
