Lung Cancer

Lung Cancer - Symptoms

Early-stage lung cancer may not cause any noticeable symptoms.

Common symptoms of lung cancer at a more advanced stage include:

Persistent cough that gets worse over time
Shortness of breath
Blood in the sputum
Constant chest pain (may occur in association with a chronic cough)
Recurrent chest infection and fever
Weight loss

When to see a doctor?

Make an appointment with your doctor if you have any signs or symptoms that worry you.

Breathlessness,

Pleural Effusions

Article contributed by National Cancer Centre Singapore;Singapore General Hospital;Changi General Hospital;National Heart Centre Singapore;KK Women's and Children's Hospital;Sengkang General Hospital

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