Early detection of cancer symptoms increases the chances of recovery. British doctors explained how to determine the development of lung cancer. Express writes about it.
Scientists called coughing one of the clear signs of the disease. It is necessary to go to the doctor if it does not go away within two to three weeks. The type of cough varies, with some accompanied by wheezing or noise.
Persistent chest infections should also alert. The person may experience pain when breathing or coughing, shortness of breath, tiredness or lack of energy, loss of appetite, coughing up blood, or losing weight quickly.
With oncology, swallowing is difficult. Cancer may be accompanied by a hoarse voice, chest and shoulder pain, and swelling of the face and neck.
Over time, the appearance of the fingers changes. They become more curved, or their ends increase.
Smokers have the highest risk of developing cancer. A bad habit increases the risk of developing lung cancer by 25 times. Non-smokers account for 10 to 25 percent of lung cancer cases.