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Lung cancer is the number one cause of cancer-related deaths among both men and women, claiming the lives of 1.4 million people every year. Additionally, it threatens 1.6 million new people annually worldwide.
What is Lung Cancer?
Lung cancer, also known as pulmonary carcinoma, is characterized by the uncontrolled growth of cancerous cells in your lung tissues. Your lungs are an essential component of your respiratory system. Cases of lung cancer differ based on the type of cell in which the cancer starts. Non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), which typically starts on the outer part of the lung, is the most common kind and is found in 85% of people diagnosed with lung cancer.
Signs and Symptoms
Unfortunately, it’s difficult to catch lung cancer in its early stages as most people don’t have symptoms until the cancer has already spread. Some of the signs of lung cancer include:
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