Lung Cancer
Cancer that begins in the lungs. Often associated with smoking; symptoms may include cough, blood in sputum, and weight loss.
Also known as: bronchogenic carcinoma.
Category: Oncologic
Drugs labeled for Lung Cancer
21 medication ingredients list an association with lung cancer in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Lung Cancer
The following symptoms have been associated with Lung Cancer in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Bone Pain
Pain originating in the bones, which can be caused by injury, infection, or other conditions....
Chest pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) localize...
Chronic cough
A persistent cough, defined as a cough lasting longer than eight weeks in adults or longer than four weeks in ...
Dyspnea
Difficult or labored breathing. Dyspnea is a subjective feeling only the patient can rate, e.g., on a Borg sca...
Hemoptysis
Coughing up (expectoration) of blood or blood-streaked sputum from the larynx, trachea, bronchi, or lungs....
Hoarse voice
Hoarseness refers to a change in the pitch or quality of the voice, with the voice sounding weak, very breathy...
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate Lung Cancer
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Lung Cancer. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Alpha-Fetoprotein Afp Tumor Marker Test
This blood test determines Alpha-Fetoprotein (AFP or a-Fetoprotein) levels....
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Cancer & Tumor Marker Tests
Fast, easy and affordable cancer lab tests that do not require insurance or a doctor's referral. Simply order ...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Ovarian Cancer Blood Test
The Cancer Antigen 125 (CA-125) test is used to evaluate the blood for CA-125, a cancer tumor marker. CA-125 i...
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Lung Cancer, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
Alveolar echinococcosis
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Bronchial neuroendocrine tumor
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Cryptogenic organizing pneumonia
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Nocardiosis
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Sarcoidosis
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Takayasu arteritis
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When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care for coughing up significant blood or sudden difficulty breathing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lung Cancer?
Lung Cancer is a health condition described in medical literature. Cancer that begins in the lungs. Often associated with smoking; symptoms may include cough, blood in sputum, and weight loss.
What are the symptoms of Lung Cancer?
Lung Cancer is associated with 7 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Bone Pain, Chest pain, Chronic cough, Dyspnea, Hemoptysis, Hoarse voice. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Lung Cancer diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Lung Cancer include Alpha-Fetoprotein Afp Tumor Marker Test, CBC with Differential, Cancer & Tumor Marker Tests, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Ovarian Cancer Blood Test. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Lung Cancer, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.