Major Warning Signs of Lung Cancer

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Major Warning Signs of Lung Cancer
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• Each year, more men and women die from lung
  cancer than breast, colon, and prostate cancer
  combined. It is a highly fatal disease, with
  hundreds of thousands of new cases being
  diagnosed each year. Its critical to recognize
  the early warning signs in order to intervene.
  The earlier you seek treatment, the better. These
  warning signs should trigger setting up an
  examination by your physician immediately.

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7. A Chronic Cough

• Many individuals say they just have a cough and
  chalk it down to nothing more than that, waiting
  far too long to be examined. Lung cancer does not
  just develop in smokers, so non-smokers need to
  take these symptoms just as seriously as someone
  who has smoked for years.

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• If you have a cough due to a short-term
  respiratory infection or cold, symptoms should
  subside within a week or two. If a cough is
  lingering, have your lungs examined by a
  physician. They will first listen to your lungs,
  then administer an x-ray.

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6. Changes in Breathing Patterns

• If there has been a chronic cough for quite some
  time, pay attention to changes such as coughing
  more often or if the cough has turned quite
  hoarse. In terms of breathing patterns, be
  mindful of any changes listen to your body. If
  there is shortness of breath and no explanation,
  it could be lung cancer.

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• In some cases, fluid builds in the chest due to a
  tumor, or cancer cells causing a blockage of some
  sort. Its not normal to suddenly experience
  issues with breathing. Does walking up stairs
  cause the feeling of being winded? When
  completing simple tasks which were not difficult
  prior to the symptoms, is there a shortness of
  breath?

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5. Chest Pain

• In terms of increased pain, symptoms generally
  start within the chest. There may be pain
  throughout the back, neck, shoulders, and even
  the head. Regardless of the type of pain sharp
  or dull, speak with your doctor about possible
  causes.

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• Often when chest pain is experienced, patients
  have enlarged lymph nodes or a tumor developing
  on the chest wall, ribs, or lungs. It may also
  mean that youre suffering from pleuritis, a
  condition which causes inflammation within the
  lining of the lungs. Although cancer can cause
  this, so can an infection, lupus, or even
  arthritis.

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4. Weight Loss

• In some cases, individuals lose weight based on a
  known condition. Even with the flu, a lack of
  appetite can quickly cause people to lose 10
  pounds. If there is weight loss without an
  explanation cancer may be present. As cancer
  cells grow and develop, they draw energy from the
  body.

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• If there is a sudden drop in weight, it could be
  a sign your health is changing. Although it may
  not necessarily be cancer, it could be something
  else worth paying attention to. Weight loss is
  not only a common symptom regarding lung cancer
  but most forms of cancer. Pay attention to body
  weight, as its generally an indication of
  current health conditions.

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3. Raspy Voice

• In many cases, a raspy voice may be evidence of a
  cold. A raspy, hoarse voice can be concerning,
  especially if you are a smoker. If this symptom
  continues for more than two weeks, its critical
  to get checked by your physician.

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• In terms of lung cancer, a developing tumor can
  cause increased pressure or influence the nerve
  that controls the larynx. An inflamed larynx can
  also cause hoarseness. Although it could be as
  simple as a bacterial infection, do not take any
  chances, seek medical attention.

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2. Headaches

• Worst case, headaches could be a sign that lung
  cancer has spread to the brain. If you have a
  chronic headache, it may simply be from chronic
  dehydration or high stress levels. When combined
  with other symptoms, however, a headache could
  mean a brain tumor has developed.

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• In other cases, a tumor in the lungs can place
  pressure on the superior vena cava a large vein
  which when pressured, can trigger headaches. A
  tension headache is often caused by contracted
  muscles in the shoulders or neck cancer could
  be affecting these areas and in turn, chronic
  headaches develop.

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1. Bone Pain

• Cancer spreads throughout the body when a
  localized area is not treated. In many cases,
  cancer can spread to bones, producing significant
  pain. Lung cancer would be the primary cancer,
  but once it spreads to your bones, this is
  considered a form of secondary cancer.

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• Many patients complain the pain is the worst at
  night, as they lay on their back. Although less
  common, there may be pain within arms and neck as
  well. As the bone breaks down, pain will occur.
  Although a bone scan may be required, a blood
  test may also be administered in order to check
  calcium levels.

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