A subtle lung cancer warning sign may appear in your fingers as people are being urged to look out for the lesser-known symptom.Fingers that look a little swollen or fatter may be a sign of the disease, especially if the ends of your fingers appear enlarged.
The skin surrounding finger nails may also become shinier than usual, with nails that begin to curve downward like a spoon proving to be a potential warning sign of lung cancer These warning signs are known as club finger, with around 80 per cent of people with this symptom found to have lung cancer, reports The Mirror.There are a number of other, less common symptoms including arm and shoulder pain, eye issues, balance problems and swelling in areas such as the neck, arm or upper chest.According to new research, only a third get their lungs checked when invited to do so by the NHS.Unfortunately, lung cancer does not also cause symptoms until it begins to spread.
This means that the disease is often caught in the later stages, making treatment more challenging for some. However, if lung cancer is diagnosed in the early stages, survival rates are greatly increased.It means it is important to note symptoms to look out for, even those then are less common and somewhat unknown.It is important to note that experiencing these symptoms does not necessarily mean you have lung cancer as they can relate to a number of other, less serious conditions.
However, it is always better to consult your doctor right away to get checked out. According to Cancer.org, the most common symptoms of lung cancer are: Smoking is the single biggest risk factor for lung cancer, with the habit responsible for over 70 per cent of cases, according to the NHS.Smoking cannabis, either mixed with or
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