can lung cancer cause neck and shoulder pain
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When Might Shoulder Pain Be a Sign of Lung Cancer? Yes, shoulder pain can indeed be a symptom of lung cancer. In fact, shoulder pain is sometimes the first symptom of lung cancer. Many people with lung cancer develop shoulder pain during the course of their disease. That said, it's important to note that shoulder pain is not a lung cancer telltale.
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Lung Cancer Health Center Lung cancer and smoking often, but not always, go hand in hand. As lung cancer stages advance, lung cancer symptoms include coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and bloody mucus. Treatment includes surgery, chemotherapy, and/or radiation.
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When Might Shoulder Pain Be a Sign of Lung Cancer? Shoulder pain in lung cancer can also be related to the spread of lung cancer to bones in and near the shoulder. Roughly 30 percent to 40 percent of people with lung cancer develop bone metastases (the spread of cancer to bones) at some time during their disease.
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- If the back pain has been somewhat stable ad no new symptoms related to breathing or coughing up blood or worsening pain in this and other areas have not occurred, then the chance of this being lung cancer related are minimal. I'd see regular doc to help with evaluation if the pain. ...Read more.
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- 1 A lung problem, such as pneumonia, where pain may be felt throughout the shoulder, shoulder blade area, upper chest, upper arm, neck, and armpit. 2  Pain is usually felt in the shoulder on the same side as the lung problem. 3  Other conditions, such as herpes zoster (shingles), Paget's disease, or thoracic outlet syndrome.
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- As other parts of the body are affected, new lung cancer symptoms may develop, including: 1  Bone pain. 2  Swelling of the face, arms or neck. 3  Headaches, dizziness or limbs that become weak or numb. 4  Jaundice. Lumps in the neck or collar bone region.
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Narcotic pain meds after lobectomy Revsellman, my lung surgery was done Dec 7, 2010. It was very recent. I had breast cancer in 2008 and had surgery (same side-left) and I have that same numbing pain from my arm pit under the arm down to the elbow.
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- Back Pain May Be Lung Cancer If... If you have other symptoms along with back pain, it can be more likely that you are dealing with lung cancer. Early symptoms of lung cancer may include a persistent cough, coughing up blood, shortness of breath, or general symptoms such as fatigue or unintentional weight loss.
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- Mesothelioma: Although not technically a tumor of the lung tissue, mesothelioma is a relatively rare cancer that can affect the pleural lining. It is almost always associated with exposure to asbestos. Pleural effusions are common, leading to pain and shortness of breath. Five-year survival rates are less than 10%.
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Scared...feel stupid The acute pain went away but the feeling of a pinched nerve persisted. I went back for adjustments twice a week, iced shoulder every night, and took advil when it felt really uncomfortable. Three weeks later no change, I started researching shoulder blade pain on the internet and learned that this can be a symptom of lung cancer. Sinking feeling - I did smoke and for many years. Still, no arm tingling, no numbness, no coughing or any other symptoms except pinched nerve in shoulder blade.
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Biological Warfare The suspicion for lung cancer is higher when these symptoms are accompanied by weight loss, fatigue and loss of appetite. Other less common symptoms of lung cancer include difficulty swallowing, arm numbness and pain, and swelling in the face and arms.he most common symptoms of lung cancer include: 1  A cough that worsens over time or does not get better. 2  Coughing up blood. 3  Shortness of breath and wheezing. 4  Hoarseness. 5  Weakness or tiredness. 6  Unintentional weight loss. 7  Constant arm or chest wall pain.
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- Signs and symptoms of lung cancer may include: 1  A new cough that doesn't go away. 2  Changes in a chronic cough or smoker's cough. 3  Coughing up blood, even a small amount.  Shortness of 1  breath. Chest pain. 2  Wheezing. Hoarseness.  Losing weight without 1  trying. Bone  pain. Headache.
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- Hypothyroidism your body functions slow down, making you gain weight and feel tired all the time. Lung cancer (small cell) Small cell lung cancer is the least common type of lung cancer and can cause a cough, chest pain, and more.
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When Back Pain Is a Symptom of Lung Cancer The direct pressure a tumor can place on the structure of the back, more often than not, in the mid to upper rather than lower back The way in which a malignancy can irritate the nerves servicing the lining of the lungs and chest wall, triggering a sharp and sometimes chronic nerve pain
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lung cancer Lung cancer is one of the most common cancers in the world. It is a leading cause of cancer death in men and women in the United States. Cigarette smoking causes most lung cancers. The more cigarettes you smoke per day and the earlier you started smoking, the greater your risk of lung cancer. High levels of pollution, radiation and asbestos exposure may also increase risk. Common symptoms of lung cancer include. 1  A cough that doesn't go away and gets worse over time. 2  Constant chest pain. 3  Coughing up blood.  Shortness of breath, wheezing, or 1  hoarseness. Repeated problems with pneumonia or bronchitis.  Swelling of the neck and 1  face. Loss of appetite or weight 2  loss. Fatigue.
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Lung Cancer Symptoms Large tumors or the spread of lung cancer can cause blockages in your major airways as well as fluid buildup around your lungs. This buildup is called a pleural effusion. Pleural effusion can lead to shortness of breath and chest pain, common symptoms of lung cancer.
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Angina and Other Causes of Chest Pain Lung cancer is a rare but often deadly cause of chest pain. Symptoms can include a cough, difficulty breathing, weight loss, coughing up blood and chest pain. If the chest pain is severe or does not go away, it may mean the cancer has spread to the chest wall.
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Stage IV Lung Cancer (Stage 4) By the time the patient sees a doctor, the lung cancer may already be well advanced. Stage IV non-small-cell lung cancer produces symptoms that can include shortness of breath, persistent coughing, coughing up of blood, pain in the upper body, wheezing, hoarseness, and frequent bouts of bronchitis.Patients in the advanced states of lung cancer are also susceptible to pneumonia.tage IV is the diagnosis when one or more of the following is true: (1) there are one or more tumors in both lungs; (2) cancer is found in fluid around the lungs or the heart; and/or (3) cancer has spread to other parts of the body, such as the brain, liver, adrenal glands, kidneys, or bone.
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Early Signs of Lung Cancer The most common regions to which lung cancer spreads include the brain, the bones, the liver, and the adrenal glands. Some possible symptoms include headaches, weakness, or seizures (due to brain metastases), back pain (due to bone metastases), and upper abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting (due to liver metastases).
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Lung Cancer and Depression Lung Cancer. Not surprisingly, depression is a common problem for those living with lung cancer. Overall, depression affects at least 15-25 percent of people with cancer, and that number appears to be even higher with lung cancer. Symptoms of shame and guilt related to the stigma, especially in those who have smoked, can add a sense of loneliness and isolation to an already difficult struggle.
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Early Signs of Lung Cancer Lung cancer may produce pain in the chest, shoulder, or back area. This aching feeling may not be associated with coughing. Tell your doctor if you notice any type of chest pain, whether it is sharp, dull, constant, or comes and goes. You should also note whether it is confined to a specific area or is occurring throughout your chest.
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Muscle weakness and Weight loss (unintentional) Lung cancer (non small cell) Non-small cell lung cancer is the most common type of lung cancer and can cause a cough, chest pain, and more. Lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus) Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease marked by swollen painful joints, a rash, swollen lymph nodes, and more.
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Ultimate Guide to Pain Between the Shoulder Blades It also causes shoulder pain that extends to the arms. Other cancers that may cause acute or severe pain in this area are liver cancer, mesothelioma, esophageal cancer, and lymphomas. Cancers that spread to the bones in the neck region may result in pain between shoulder blades. 9. Gallbladder Disease
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Pain on left side of chest when I inhale... Often these problems are caused by something other than cancer. But if lung cancer is found, getting treatment right away might mean treatment would work better. The most common symptoms of lung cancer are: A cough that does not go away. Chest pain, often made worse by deep breathing, coughing, or laughing. Hoarseness.
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what does lung pain/cancer feel like Re: what does lung pain/cancer feel like. I presume you mean where would the pain be if your lungs were hurting. The pain can be anywhere from the front of your chest behind your ribs to your upper back or shoulders.
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Overview Lung cancer can cause complications, such as: 1  Shortness of breath. 2  People with lung cancer can experience shortness of breath if cancer grows to block the major airways. 3  Lung cancer can also cause fluid to accumulate around the lungs, making it harder for the affected lung to expand fully when you inhale.