Symptoms of Lung Cancer, According to an Oncologist

For many health conditions, people first know something is wrong when they start having symptoms. This is not always the case with cancer. Symptoms of lung cancer, for example, may not appear until the cancer is spreading or worsening. Some people do have symptoms at early stages of lung cancer, but many do not.

To learn more about your risk of lung cancer, talk to your doctor. They can go over your risk factors, provide tips for quitting smoking, or let you know if lung cancer screening is right for you.

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Lauren Smith, MA

Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.

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Karen Hovav, MD, FAAP

Karen Hovav, MD, FAAP, has more than 15 years of experience as an attending pediatrician. She has worked in a large academic center in an urban city, a small community hospital, a private practice, and an urgent care clinic.

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