Customer question:
How do we identify signs of lung metastases? Anonymous customer's question
Pharmacist's answer:
Signs of lung metastases include:
- Chronic cough: a cough that does not go away or worsens may indicate the presence of lung metastases,
- Shortness of breath: the appearance of shortness of breath, which is not related to physical activity or other usual causes, may indicate the presence of metastases in the lungs,
- Chest pain: pain in the chest, chest, or shoulders can occur due to the growth of tumors in the lungs or pressure on nearby tissues,
- Bloody sputum: bloody sputum or blood in the sputum may be a sign that the cancer has already spread to lung tissue,
- Sudden weight loss: unexplained weight loss without changes in diet or physical activity may indicate the presence of metastases, including lung metastases,
- Fatigue: unexplained tiredness or weakness that does not go away may indicate cancer progression and the presence of metastases in the lungs or other parts of the body.
Symptoms of lung metastases can vary depending on the type of primary tumor that has spread to the lungs. For example, if the tumor is from the breast, metastases to the lungs can cause pain or swelling in the chest.
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