Could clearing the throat too often be a sign of lung cancer?

Question

Can an itchy throat that causes throat clearing and occasional cough be a sign of lung cancer?

Answer 1

Probably not: Throat clearing is often due to irritation from drainage from the nose or sinus region or reflux of acid from the stomach.

Answer 2

Not likely: Worth evaluating salivary glands and nasal drip, and tonsilar area for excess fluid. Good dental and ENT exam non invasive.

Answer 3

Lots and varied: Chronic cough, pneumonia considered post obstructive, sob, difficulty swallowing, fevers, weight loss, hoarseness, weakness, water and salt imbalance, bone and body pains, seizure and headaches, pathological fractures, chest pain. There's just too many difficult to enumerate.

Answer 4

Throat ;lung cancer: The early symptoms of lung cancer may be a slight cough or shortness of breath, depending on which part of the lung is affected. A.S the cancer develops, these symptoms may become more severe or intense. Like many other types of cancer, lung cancer may also cause systemic symptoms, like a loss of appetite or general fatigue. Throat cancer symptoms: pain in your ear. Sore throat that won't go away. Losing weight for no reason. If swallowing is not easy. When the throat bleeds. These are all symptoms of throat cancer.

Answer 5

Why do you ask?: You're self-diagnosed as having a 'vitamin deficiency' as well. Are you being cared for by an evidence-based practitioner? If so, you need to report any mass in the throat, difficulty swallowing, discolored area, weight loss, or unexplained cough. If not, these are the most concerning symptoms. If you are a smoker, please try to stop.

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