What are the symptoms of lung cancer from smoking?

Persistent chest pain, shortness of breath, and coughing up blood are severe warning signs for smokers. Please see a pulmonologist immediately.

Honestly, my sleep is so bad I can barely breathe in the morning, but smokers really shouldn't ignore a cough that never goes away. If you are also losing weight without trying and feel chest pain when you laugh or cough, it's time to put down the cigarette and see a doctor.

My husband ignored his 'smoker's cough' for over a year, assuming it was normal, which we deeply regret now. Please don't make that mistake; if you have persistent hoarseness, breathlessness, or frequent lung infections like bronchitis, go for a proper medical screening immediately.

Your lungs are basically begging for mercy if you've been smoking and now have a constant rattle in your chest! Jokes aside, wheezing, coughing blood, and losing weight are major warning flags. Get a doctor to check those lungs so you can breathe easy again.

If you are a long-time smoker, the best thing you can do is get a low-dose CT scan of your lungs once a year, even before symptoms start. If you already have shortness of breath, chest discomfort, or a nagging cough, don't wait for it to get worse. Consult a doctor at a local clinic today.