Recognizing the Early Indicators of Lung Cancer
5. Shortness of Breath
Shortness of breath or dyspnea is usually a sign of late-stage lung cancer. Early in the disease, tumors and lesions develop in the periphery of the lungs, rather than blocking a significant part of the airway. As the disease progresses, blockages begin to spread toward major parts of the airway and are more likely to cause dyspnea. Shortness of breath can be experienced with physical activity or even at rest.
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