The main symptoms that may indicate lung cancer include persistent or worsening cough, chest pain, shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing up blood, constant fatigue, and unexplained weight loss. Other symptoms may also appear such as hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the face or neck veins, and loss of appetite.

Specific Symptoms:

Persistent Cough
A cough that does not go away or worsens over time is a common symptom.

Chest Pain
This may be sharp or dull pain that often worsens with deep breathing, coughing, or laughing.

Shortness of Breath
Feeling out of breath or unable to take deep breaths is a concerning symptom.

Wheezing
High-pitched sounds when breathing, like a whistle, may indicate an airway obstruction.

Coughing Up Blood
Any amount of blood in the cough should be evaluated by a doctor.

Fatigue
Feeling tired all the time, even after resting, can be a symptom.

Weight Loss
Unexplained weight loss may be a sign of lung cancer.

Additional Symptoms:

• Hoarseness

• Loss of appetite

• Difficulty swallowing

• Swelling in the face or neck veins

• Frequent lung infections (bronchitis or pneumonia)

• Bone pain (back, ribs)

• Lumps in the neck

• Skin changes (pigmentation, sores)

• Changes in bowel or urinary habits