Eight signs of lung cancer you shouldn't ignore after death of Top Gear star View Image

Top Gear presenter Quentin Willson has died, aged 68, after a fight with lung cancer. Experts say there are eight main symptoms of lung cancer that people should look out for.

According to the Mayo Press Clinic, it is the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. People who smoke have the greatest risk of lung cancer, both in smokers and people exposed to second-hand smoke.

Signs and symptoms of lung cancer

A new cough that doesn't go away

Coughing up blood, even a small amount

Shortness of breath

Chest pain

Hoarseness

Losing weight without trying

Bone pain

Headache

Two general types of lung cancer

Small cell lung cancer. Small cell lung cancer occurs almost exclusively in heavy smokers

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