Lung Cancer

    Lung cancer interferes with this vital process of inhaling and exhaling, which can make breathing very difficult.
    Lung Cancer is caused by lung cells growing out of control. As the number of cells grow, they form into a tumor. There are many types of lung cancers.
    Early symptoms of lung cancer may be a slight cough or shortness of breath, depending on which part of the lung is affected. As the cancer develops, these symptoms may become more severe or intense.
    Some of the common symptoms include cough, chest pain, difficulty in breathing, tiresomeness, wheezing, change in speech, weight loss, loss of appetite and pneumonia or bronchitis that keeps coming back.
    Smoking cigarettes is the leading cause of lung cancer. However, lung cancer in non-smokers has been rising in recent years. Other causes for lung cancer include radon, radiation, asbestos, and pollution.

Risk Factors of Lung cancer

    Tobacco smoke: Tobacco smoke is the leading cause of lung cancer. Smoke from cigarettes, pipes, or cigars released harmful substances that can damage lung cells when inhaled. The more a person is exposed to smoke,the greater the likelihood of developing lung cancer
    Radon: Radon is a radioactive gas that you can not see, smell or taste. It forms in soil and rocks. People working in mines may be exposed to radon.Extended exposure to radon can damage lung cells
    Asbestos and other substances: Exposure to asbestos, arsenic, chromium, nickel, soot, tar and other substances can cause lung cancer. The risk is highest for those with years of exposure
    Air pollution
    Family history
    Personal history of lung cancer
    Older age