Lung cancer is a common malignant tumor, and its incidence is increasing year by year, which brings a huge threat to people's health. Many people's understanding of lung cancer is only limited to the symptom of cough, but they do not know that the symptoms of lung cancer are far more than that. If the following 5 symptoms occur in daily life, it is necessary to have a lung cancer examination in advance.
First, persistent cough is one of the most common symptoms of lung cancer. However, it is important to note that the cough caused by lung cancer is usually persistent and accompanied by the appearance of other symptoms. If the cough lasts for more than 3 weeks and is accompanied by symptoms such as sputum production, hemoptysis, and chest pain, it is necessary to have a timely lung cancer screening.
Secondly, dyspnea is also one of the common symptoms of lung cancer. Because the growth of lung cancer can occupy space in the lungs, the function of the lungs is limited, which can cause difficulty breathing. If you have difficulty breathing during normal easy activities, such as walking up stairs or walking, you need to be alert to the possibility of lung cancer.
Thirdly, chest pain is another common symptom of lung cancer. As lung cancer grows, it compresses the surrounding tissues and nerves, causing chest pain. If there is persistent chest pain, especially if it is accompanied by symptoms such as cough and difficulty breathing, it is necessary to get tested for lung cancer in time.
Fourth, weight loss is also a common symptom of lung cancer. Lung cancer patients often experience loss of appetite and weight loss, resulting in weight loss. If there is no obvious cause but there is a constant weight loss, the possibility of lung cancer needs to be considered.
Finally, anti-** fever is also a symptom of lung cancer. Lung cancer patients often have symptoms such as fever and chills, which are caused by infections caused by lung cancer. If there is a fever reaction, especially if it is accompanied by other symptoms of lung cancer, it is necessary to have a timely lung cancer examination.
It is very important for the early diagnosis and ** of lung cancer, because early stage lung cancer often has no obvious symptoms and can be easily overlooked. Once lung cancer develops to an advanced stage, the difficulty and effect of ** will be greatly reduced. Therefore, if the above 5 manifestations appear, it is necessary to have lung cancer examination in time for early detection and ** lung cancer.
There are many ways to check for lung cancer, including chest X-ray, CT scan, sputum cytology, etc. Among them, CT scan is currently the most commonly used lung cancer screening method, which can clearly show the structure and lesions of the lungs. If a CT scan reveals suspicious lung lesions, further pathological tests can be performed to confirm the diagnosis.
In addition to timely screening for lung cancer, it is also very important to prevent lung cancer. First, stay away from smoking and secondhand smoke, as smoking is a major risk factor for lung cancer. Secondly, it is necessary to maintain good living habits, including a reasonable diet and moderate exercise, to enhance the body's immunity. In addition, regular physical examinations to detect and improve potential lung cancer lesions in time are also important measures to prevent lung cancer.