Lung cancer symptoms and signs

You may be concerned you are experiencing lung cancer symptoms and signs. It is important to visit your doctor if you have any worries about your health. Below is some basic information that may be helpful to you.

Lung cancer normally does not display signs and symptoms when it is in the early stages.

A person with lung cancer will usually see signs and symptoms when their illness has advanced to later stages.

According to the Mayo Clinic, the following are some signs and symptoms of lung cancer:

A type of cough that persists

Changes in a "smoker's cough" or one you have had for a long time

Coughing up blood, even if it is only a small amount

Shortness of breath

Chest pain

Wheezing

Hoarseness

Loss of weight without dieting

Bone pain

Headache

Asbestos and lung cancer

It is important to tell your doctor if you have been exposed to asbestos on the job or during a renovation project.

This is because exposure to asbestos has been proven to cause lung cancer.

The Environmental Protection Agency has classified asbestos as cancer-causing in humans.

Smokers who have been exposed to asbestos increase their risk to develop asbestos-related diseases such as mesothelioma cancer, asbestos-related lung cancer,and asbestosis--a chronic lung ailment.

Please be in touch with your physician to get a proper diagnosis if you are concerned about your health. And, if your lung cancer was caused by asbestos exposure, we encourage you to complete the form below for important legal information.