Lung Cancer
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Symptoms
Early symptoms of lung cancer can be subtle and easily overlooked. Here are the symptoms to be mindful of.
Persistent cough
Dyspnea (shortness of breath)
Hemoptysis (coughing out blood)
Chest pain
Fatigue
Repeated lung infections
Key Terms
A lung nodule is a small, rounded growth or spot in the lung that can be seen on a chest X-ray or CT scan. These nodules are typically smaller than 30 mm (about 1½ inches). Most lung nodules are benign (non-cancerous). In some cases, lung nodules can be an early sign of lung cancer, especially in individuals with a history of smoking or other risk factors.
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