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What to do if i'm 22 and fear i have lung cancer?

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Dr. Carlos Encarnacion answered

Specializes in Medical Oncology

Don't: Fear never solved anything. Lung cancer at your age would be very rare but if you have any persistent respiratory symptom, please see a doctor. Most importantly, avoid any and all tobacco products as well as any inhaled combustible.

Dr Schneider agreed

Answered 5/31/2014

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