Lung cancer, like all other types of cancer, develops as a result of an abnormality in the body’s cells. Tumours can be malignant or benign, but when we speak of cancer, we are referring to the malignant tumours. Tumours in the lung can be primary or secondary. In cases where the tumour is primary, these tumours can grow aggressively and may spread or metastasize through the lymphatic system to other parts of the body, such as the liver or brain. In other cases, the lung tumour may be secondary as the lung is also a common site for metastasis.

Your risk for developing lung cancer increases if you have a history of lung cancer in the family or are exposed to air pollution, diesel exhaust, asbestos fibres and radon gas.

What causes Lung Cancer?
Lung cancer, like all other types of cancer, develops as a result of an abnormality in the body’s cells. 

How can Lung Cancer be treated?

The treatment of lung cancer, or any cancer for that matter, requires a multidisciplinary team of specialists such as an oncologist, radiation therapist, general surgeon and of course your lung specialist to provide care specific to your specific case.