Can you have lung cancer with no cough?
My neighbor was diagnosed with lung cancer, and he never had a persistent cough, which surprised me. Is it truly possible to have lung cancer with no cough as a symptom?
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4 months ago
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Yes, it is possible. Just like my high blood pressure which had no symptoms at first, lung issues can develop silently without any cough. Regular health checkups and chest X-rays are very important as we age.
5 months ago
My uncle had zero cough but started feeling tired and losing weight out of nowhere. We got a chest scan done and found out it was lung cancer. Don't wait for a cough to show up if you feel something is off.
5 months ago
Yes, lung cancer can definitely present without a cough. Other symptoms like breathlessness or back pain can also be signs, so consult a doctor.
5 months ago
My grandmother had no cough, just some mild shoulder pain which we thought was joint pain. It turned out to be lung cancer. It is so important to get any persistent body ache checked by a professional.
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5 months ago
Yes, it is totally possible to not have a cough at all! 😊 Sometimes it only shows up as fatigue or slight chest discomfort. Best to get a quick doctor's consult to keep all worries away!
5 months ago
Yes, illnesses can sometimes develop in silence without obvious signs. Stay calm, pray for the best, and gently guide yourself or your loved one to a medical specialist for a proper checkup.
4 months ago
Haan bilkul ho sakta hai, zaruri nahi ki har baar khansi ho hi. Log sote hain khansi nahi hai toh lung problem nahi hai, par ye galti mat karna na. Doctor se milo aur chest scan karva lo.