I only smoke around 2 cigarettes a day, so I'm really wondering what my chances are of having lung cancer right now. Also, what kind of tests should I think about if I want to check for it? I could really use some guidance here.

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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Lung cancer is diagnosed with biopsy,bronchoscopy,x--ray chest pa view,USG chest,CT thorax ,PET scan ,complete blood count and tumour markers like CEA-Carcinoembryonic antigen.

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Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist

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I've been dealing with these choking issues for almost a year now. It's like I get this shortness of breath and try to fix it by coughing on purpose. It ends up in this kind of cough that feels like I'm about to vomit, but I never do, and nothing really comes out. No fever or anything, but I've been taking half a Montek LC tablet at night, and it's not really doing much. What could be going on with me?

take a course of antibiotic and syrup ascoril twice a day

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Why am I feeling breathless and tired?

Breathlessness can be a symptom of conditons affecting lungs and heart, sudden blood loss, anemia. You need to consult a health-care professional and take treatment accordingly.

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I've noticed black mucus coming up when I cough, and it's really worrying me since I've never smoked or even drank alcohol. Do you have any idea what could be causing this? Should I be concerned or see a doctor?

Get sputum tested

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