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← Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis

FOR PATIENTS · SOURCE READING

Lung Lesions

Source: Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.

Source updated: June 6, 2024 · Captured 2026-09-09.

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Context: Treatment of LCH in Adults

Treatment for LCH of the lung in adults may include:

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Quitting smoking. Lung damage will get worse over time in patients who do not quit smoking. In patients who quit smoking, lung damage may get better or it may get worse over time.

Chemotherapy.

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Lung transplant for patients with severe lung damage.

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Steroid therapy.

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Sometimes LCH of the lung will go away or not get worse even if it's not treated.

Preserved source evidence · Independent clinical review pending · Not medical advice