Overview
Lung Cancer may arise from the bronchial epithelium or the mucus glands of the lungs. It begins in the lungs and may spread to lymph nodes or other organs. It is grouped mainly into small cell and non-small cell lung carcinoma.Signs and Symptoms
Cough, Coughing out blood (hemoptysis), Breathlessness, Chest pain, Hoarseness of voice, Weight loss, Headache, Bone pain, Wheezing, Finger clubbing, PalpitationsCommon Causes
Cigarette smoking, Exposure to naturally occuring radon, Exposure to industrial materialsRisk Factors
Smoking, Exposure to secondhand smokers, Exposure to radon gas, Exposure to asbestos and other carcinogens, Family history of lung cancer, Radiation therapy to the chestInvestigation Techniques
Chest X-ray, CT scan, Biopsy and histopathology, Bronchoscopy, Sputum cytology, PET scanTreatment and Prevention
Lifestyle changes, Surgery, Radiotherapy, Chemotherapy, Laser therapy and stenting, Immunotherapy, Palliative care or supportive care
