Signs & Symptoms of Lung Cancer
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Cough
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A worsening of an existing cough or a new cough that does not go away is a symptom of lung cancer.
Blood
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Coughing or spitting up bright red blood is a sign of lung cancer that may not appear until the disease has progressed, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Difficulty Breathing
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Shortness of breath or wheezing without physical exertion may result from decreased lung capacity caused by lung cancer.
Chest Pain
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Chest pain is a sign of lung cancer that may be caused by the pressure of a tumor on or against the lung and chest cavity.
Vocal Problems
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According to the Mayo Clinic, a hoarse voice or scratchy throat may be a sign of lung cancer because of reduced air volume in the lungs.
Pleural Effusion
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Pleural effusion is a buildup of fluid in the chest cavity and may be caused by the body's response to lung cancer or by metastasis into the pleural space.
Metastasis
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A sign of lung cancer is metastasis to other locations, and lung cancer commonly spreads to the brain, bones, lymph glands, liver and adrenal glands.
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