Is it Lung Cancer? (signs and symptoms)

Could it be lung cancer? What are the symptoms of lung cancer? This video is for those who are scared they may have lung cancer. This health scare is very common and you need to see your doctor for accurate information because internet searches may lead you to become scared and self-diagnose incorrectly, or have a false sense of reassurance. Your mind is not objective and can be influenced by emotions, leading to unconscious bias. You may find arguments to support what you already think (even if irrational). Be aware that the mind can play tricks on you. Lung cancer facts: Who gets it? Normally older individuals, who smoked for many years (20 ) and maybe worked with carcinogens / had environmental exposures. It is rare in non-smokers and young people. Symptoms of lung cancer? Often there can be no symptoms (incidental finding on x-ray/CT). Other times there may be an ongoing cough, coughing up blood, weight loss, repeated episodes of pneumonia in the same area of the lung. Chest pain is actually quite rare at the beginning (unless the tumor affects pleura). Other health events may also occur (unprovoked blood clot, abnormal electrolyte levels etc.) How is lung cancer diagnosed? It’s important to first see your doctor to assess the the risk in your case. An initial chest x-ray may be performed. In people who have a high risk (heavy smokers, older individuals), a low dose chest CT scan to screen for lung cancer may be done. If a suspicious nodule or spot on your lung is found, it may be initially just monitored with repeat CT (Is it growing?). Other tests may also be requested depending on the case (i.e. PET scan, bronchoscopy, etc.) If you are worried about your health, please go see your doctor. 🔗 Visit my website: 🎵 Listen to the podcast by searching “Top Lung Health“ on your favorite podcast player or by going directly to Spotify: You can support my work on this channel by using YouTube Super Thanks (using the icon below the video) or “buying a coffee“ ☕ here: #toplunghealth #lungcancer ======= Disclaimers: ------------- For all viewers/listeners: The information presented here or in other videos and posts on this channel is not medical advice. These materials reflect general medical knowledge which may not apply to your individual case. If you have health concerns, please see your own doctor or other healthcare provider without delay. For medical professionals: You must use your professional judgement when treating your patients. The information presented in this and other videos/posts on this channel is for general medical education only. It may not apply to all patients or clinical scenarios. =======