Lung Cancer is two types: Small Cell Lung Cancer and Non-small Cell Lung Cancer. Small Cell Lung Cancer is a disease, where the cancer cells are developed in tissues of Lung. The cancer cells of each type grow and spread in different types. There are 3 types of small cell lung cancer: Small Cell Carcinoma (Oat cell cancer), Mixed Carcinoma (small / large cell) and combined small cell carcinoma. Smoking can increase the risk of developing small cell lung cancer.
Some of the symptoms of Adult Small cell Lung Cancer:
- Continuous cough and chest pain
- Swelling of face and neck
- Cough with blood
- Loss of appetite and sudden weight loss
- Frequent tiredness
When should you consult a doctor?
Consult a doctor when you have uncontrolled cough with blood and chest pain to avoid the severity of the problem.
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