Other early lung cancer symptoms to keep an eye out for include:
- a cough that lingers or worsens;
- hoarseness;
- weakness and fatigue;
- wheezing;
- chest pain that gets worse when taking deep breaths, coughing, or laughing;
- coughing up blood or phlegm;
- sudden weight loss and loss of appetite.
Keep in mind that these symptoms are also some that can occur when it comes to other diseases, and you should not jump to the conclusion that you have cancer the moment you start to have any of the mentioned symptoms.
Some of the symptoms that appear more frequently that people end up overlooking include hoarseness and a frequent cough.
It is imperative to see the doctor when you start to exhibit these types of symptoms so they can do a physical exam to determine the cause.
If needed, the doctor will also order some imaging tests and, if you produce phlegm due to the cough, a microscopic exam of the sputum.
Some of the treatment options for lung cancer include the likes of radiation, chemotherapy, and surgery, with some newer treatments also including targeted therapy and immunotherapy.
