Doctor warns of hand symptom that can reveal advanced lung cancer
A Brooklyn Doctor, a modest transformation Nails can show lung cancer.
Pulmonary and Critical Care Specialist in NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County. Davood Johari, New York Post 5 to 15 percent of lung cancer patients developed a nail club which is typically appearing in later stages. illnessUsually too late for effective intervention.
“The fingertips look wider and more round than normal, the nails curl down, resemble a spoon upside down, Johari Johari said, August 1, World Lung Cancer Day.
“The area under the nail is the nail bed feeling spongy and softer,” he added. “Fingertips can be red or warmer than usual.”
The exact cause of the nail club and the connection to lung cancer is not fully known, but may be caused by hormone -like substances produced by tumors that expand the blood vessels in the fingers, increase blood flow and cause fluid accumulation under the nails.
Dr. Davood Johari, usually a late stage lung cancer sign, nail club, chronic lung infections, heart defects, gastrointestinal diseases and autoimmune disorders, such as other serious situations, he said. (AFP/Getty)
Lung cancer continues to be the leading cause of cancer deaths globally, and this year, approximately 226,650 new US diagnosis is expected and leads to approximately 125,000 deaths.
Johari says that anyone who noticed permanent changes in nail color, shape or thickness lasts for more than two weeks, even if they are not others. Symptoms Get medical help.
Permanent cough, sound changes, unexplained weight loss or fatigue, worsening shoulder pain at night, visual problems or other symptoms of lung cancer hanging should consult a doctor, he said.
Lung cancer assessments often start with a biopsy required for a definitive diagnosis with medical history examination, physical examination and imaging.
Nail Club may also show other serious conditions such as chronic lung infections, heart defects, gastrointestinal diseases and autoimmune disorders. Johari, dark lines, permanent caries, nail lifting or bleeding, such as other nail changes may indicate various forms of cancer and should not be ignored, he said.
“Many nail changes are harmless and Johari may be associated with daily activities such as aging, injury and trauma or nail polish, Jo Johari said, Johari said. “However, any change in nail color, nail shape or thickness and lasting more than a few weeks should be checked by a doctor.”
Although smoking is the best known cause of lung cancer, some other risk factors can cause disease. A main reason is that radon exposure is a naturally formed, colorless and unpleasant gas, which is naturally formed, which is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, especially among non -smokers. Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Biopsy is the most precise way to confirm the diagnosis of lung cancer (AFP/getty)
High, insecure radon levels are widely found in rock, soil and groundwater. Testing houses for radon and understanding local regulations is the key to reducing exposure, and fortunately, high radon levels can often be reduced by effective mitigation.
Age is another factor that is diagnosed in individuals over 65 years of age and identified in individuals over 45 years of age. Lung cancer family or personal history also increases the risk. Additional environmental and professional exposures such as arsenic, asbestos, cadmium, chromium, uranium and some petroleum products can contribute to the development of lung cancer.
Air pollution further increases the risk of lung diseases such as previous radiation therapy to its chest or chest, and tuberculosis.
