Lung Cancer

Lung cancer occurs most often in smokers. Over time, a smoker's chance of getting lung cancer will steadily decrease if he or she quits. Surgery is the mainstay of treatment. Keep reading to learn more about Lung Cancer or scroll down to view more online and printable resources about quitting smoking and lung cancer.

About Lung Cancer

Lung Cancer is a very serious disease. The lungs are made up of many cells that perform different functions. The type of Lung Cancer depends on the type of cell that is affected. The most common type of Lung Cancer is non-small cell lung cancer.

Lung Cancer Facts:

• Smoking is by far the leading risk factor for Lung Cancer.
• The longer someone smokes and the more packs per day they smoke increases their risk for Lung Cancer.
• Women are more prone to Lung Cancer with the same amount of smoking as men.
• Lung Cancer is the number one cause of death in women.
• 87% of Lung Cancer deaths are related to smoking.
• Nonsmokers who breathe in second hand smoke are at an increased risk for Lung Cancer.
• High exposure radon, air pollution, asbestos, and workplace chemicals have also shown an increased risk for Lung Cancer.
• Smoking increases these chemicals cancer causing effects.
• Receive regular check ups with your doctor and report any signs and symptoms of Lung Cancer that you are experiencing immediately.
• Signs and symptoms of Lung Cancer could include but are not limited to:
     Persistent cough
     Chest pain that gets worse with deep breathing
     Persistent hoarseness
     Bloody or rust colored sputum
     Shortness of breath
     Reoccurring infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia

Other Resources

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