MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

RESPIRATORY

LUNG CANCER

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
SATA what would you expect to find in a lung cancer patient
A
increased sputum
B
abnormal lung sounds
C
nothing
D
head injury
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -An X-ray image of your lungs may reveal an abnormal mass or nodule. A CT scan can reveal small lesions in your lungs that might not be detected on an X-ray. Sputum cytology. If you have a cough and are producing sputum, looking at the sputum under the microscope can sometimes reveal the presence of lung cancer cells.

Detailed explanation-2: -Coughing that gets worse or doesn’t go away. Chest pain. Shortness of breath. Wheezing. Coughing up blood. Feeling very tired all the time. Weight loss with no known cause.

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