Can Lung Cancer Cause Back Pain?

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It has been reported time and time again that lung cancer is the most prevalent cause of death among those suffering from cancer. It ranks higher on the charts than prostate, breast and rectal cancer combined. Sadly, it is estimated that more than sixty-five thousand women will die of lung cancer this year, and thats just the women. It is estimated that in any given year, there will be at least 17,000 new cases of the disease that will emerge. The majority of lung cancer victims are or were smokers at one time, but this does not account for all cases so clearly no one is omitted from risk. A lot of people wonder; can lung cancer cause back pain? It can, and it all starts with the symptoms.

Scientists are doing all they can to minimize these statistics but until we find a cure, it is important to know the symptoms of this disease and to know that early detection is your best defense against the disease. The symptoms and signs that forebear this disease can range from the mild to the severe. Some of them may even seem like every day aches and pains... symptoms of the common cold or upper respiratory infection. ...
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