Chattanooga Imaging Hixson: Early Lung Cancer Detection for Better Outcomes
Understanding Lung Cancer and Early Detection: Why Early Action Matters Lung cancer, a leading cause of cancer-related deaths, develops when abnormal cells in the lungs multiply uncontrollably, forming tumors. These tumors can spread to other parts of the body (metastasize), making early detection crucial. Risk factors include smoking (the most significant), family history of lung cancer, exposure to asbestos or other carcinogens, and chronic exposure to air pollution. Did you know that early diagnosis significantly increases the chances of successful treatment?...