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How can my friend get lung cancer without ever smoking or being around smokers?
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It can happen...: Unfortunately, some people - albeit a minority - can get lung cancer without having ever smoked or been around smokers. Although it is not a "genetic disorder, " per se, these people clearly have a genetic predisposition to get the disease. It is truly tragic, and many times, unexplainable. But, if diagnosed early, it is definitely treatable, like most other cancers not associated with smoking.
Answered 6/20/2013
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Not uncommon: Smokers are most common, but there are others who have genetic or inhalation issues.
Answered 6/21/2013
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