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How long does it take for lung cancer to shrink after radiation treatment?

I will have radiation treatment for lung cancer. How long does it take for lung cancer to shrink after radiation?

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The shrinkage of lung cancer after radiation treatment can take several weeks to months. To learn more, connect with me at drjeromepuryear.com. Thank you!
It depends of tumor sensitivity to radiation.
If the tumor is radiation sensitive, it may take 3-6 months to see a significant decrease in size.
From days to months