World Lung Cancer Day: Even non-smokers can get lung cancer, know the causes and symptoms


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Ahmedabad. 31 July 2023 Monday

The biggest misconception among people about lung cancer is that this disease can only happen to cigarette or hookah smokers, but it is not at all that lung cancer is caused only by smoking cigarettes. Lung cancer can also occur in non-smokers or people who are not addicted to smoking. According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), more than 50% of lung cancer cases occur in people who have never smoked. Meanwhile, it is important to know what are the main causes of lung cancer in non-smokers

What are the common symptoms of lung cancer?

persistent cough

Coughing up blood

Difficulty breathing

Chest pain

Change in voice

Sudden weight gain

Pain in the bones

Terrible headache

Air pollution

Air pollution is also a major cause of lung cancer in India. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 1.8 million people die of lung cancer every year due to air pollution. According to a 2020 study, 17 lakh people died due to air pollution in India in 2019.

Second hand smoking

There are many people who do not smoke but are exposed to smokers. Also called second hand smoking. Lung cancer is one of the biggest risk factors among non-smokers.

Family history

Family history is also a reason behind lung cancer. Gene mutations can increase the risk of lung cancer in family members. If any of your family members have had lung cancer, you are also at risk of developing the disease.

Due to chemical reaction

Many times, due to working in such a place, one becomes a victim of lung cancer. In simple terms, people who work at arsenic, uranium, asbestos and diesel export sites have a higher risk of developing lung cancer.

Radiation exposure

Radiation exposure can cause lung cancer by damaging DNA in lung cells. People exposed to high levels of ionizing radiation, such as those working in the nuclear industry, are at increased risk of developing lung cancer.

Do this to strengthen the lungs

Drink enough water

Deficiency of water in the body causes many problems. Drinking enough water keeps blood circulation good. Also, this keeps your lungs hydrated.

Do breathing exercises

Focus on your breathing to do breathing exercises. It calms and relaxes the mind. Pranayama, Kapalbhati and mouth blowing. Doing this makes the lungs strong.

Quit smoking immediately

Smoking causes carbon monoxide, nicotine and tar to reach the lungs. All these elements are harmful for lungs. So change the smoking habit.

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