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Bengaluru: Lung cancer causes the cells in the lungs to grow out of control. It gradually spreads to other organs. In the initial stages, there are no major symptoms but later it becomes fatal.
There are many causes of lung cancer. It is generally believed that lung cancer occurs in people who smoke cigarettes. But this is not true. Lung cancer is mostly caused by smoking and pollution but apart from this, lung cancer can also occur due to other reasons.
Asbestos (as Bestos) is a mineral. It is used in the construction sector. On inhalation, the vector dust particles enter the lungs. It also causes lung cancer.
Radon gas is a natural gas. It has radioactive properties. It can be found in homes and buildings. If you are exposed to this gas for a long time, the risk of lung cancer increases.
Chemicals like arsenic, chromium, nickel are known to cause lung cancer. This cancer can also be hereditary. If someone in the family has lung cancer, there are chances that you will also get it.
Viruses such as human papillomavirus and hepatitis C can cause lung cancer.
