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Lung Cancer Symptoms

Symptoms of lung cancer may include:

  • a cough that won't go away
  • recurring respiratory infections such as pneumonia
  • chest, shoulder or back pain that won't go away
  • unexplained wheezing
  • shortness of breath or hoarseness
  • coughing up blood
  • swelling in the neck or face
  • difficulty swallowing
  • unexplained weight loss or loss of appetite
  • increasing fatigue or weakness
  • unexplained recurrent headaches
  • seizures
  • bone pain

Because these symptoms can be caused by many different conditions, it is important to see your physician if you are experiencing any of these symptoms.

If you are a patient or family member seeking information on the disease of lung cancer and/or its treatments, please view our Living with a Diagnosis of Lung Cancer educational booklet.

The information on this website is not intended as a substitute for medical care. Please speak with your health care provider about information you get from this website.

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Treatment Decision Tool

We are pleased to announce the availability of treatment decision tools for non-small cell and small cell lung cancer, provided in partnership with NexCura. These free, interactive decision tools help answer the question "What treatment options are right for me?".

 

 

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