Written By:
Dr. Nitish Garg
Consultant – Medical Oncology
Sohana Hospital, Mohali.
Experience: 10 Years
Speciality: Cancer Diagnosis & Treatment
Published: 28/06/2026
Last Updated: 28/06/2026
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Gautam Goyal
Director Medical Oncology
About 26% to 34% of lung cancer cases are diagnosed in early, highly treatable stages. Treating lung cancer can seem difficult at times, hence knowing the right symptoms, causes, and detection can help in understanding the road map of dealing with lung cancer. In this article, we talk about all that helps in detecting cancer, and how the right diagnosis can help you lead a safe and healthy life. For Lung Cancer Specialist Mohali, or more information on cancer hospital Mohali, contact Sohana Hospital today.
What are the symptoms of Lung Cancer?
Often lung cancer doesn’t show any symptoms at first, but signs like persistent or worsening cough, shortness of breath, hoarseness, wheezing, and coughing up blood, unexplained weight loss or fatigue. Secondary symptoms include Frequent or recurring lung infections , Lumps or swelling (lymph nodes cause of metastasis) difficulty or pain when swallowing, swelling in the face, neck, arms, or upper chest.
How is Lung Cancer Diagnosed?
Lung cancer diagnosis takes a long multi-step process for an accurate diagnosis. The specimen tissue often goes for molecular and genetic testing to look for specific mutations. These tests are used to select the most precise and effective targeted treatments for the specific cancer. The process includes:-
- Imaging Tests like Chest X-rays, CT Scan, PET Scan
- Biopsy or the tissue sample, Bronchoscopy, Needle Biopsy, Thoracentesis, and Surgical Biopsy.
- Pathology and Molecular Testing to detect the type of cancer whether it is Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, or Small Cell Lung Cancer.
What are the available Lung Cancer Treatments?
Lung Cancer treatments usually depend on the cancer type, its stage and the patient’s overall health type. Standard operations include surgery for early stages, combined with systemic therapies like chemotherapy. Immunotherapy, targeted therapy and palliative care to manage symptoms. For a CT scan for lung cancer Mohali, contact Sohana Hospital today.
How can Sohana Hospital help me in treating Lung Cancer?
Lung cancer involves heavy medical attention whenever required. Their integrated and holistic approach with considering the expert views of our Radiation Therapists, Surgical Oncologists, and Medical Oncologists give you a substantial treatment for Lung Cancer. Their major advantages include:-
- Tumor Board Approach for Personalized Treatment
- Tradition, Effective & Innovative Cancer Therapies – Chemotherapy, Immunotherapy, Targeted Therapy & Hormone Therapy
- 20 Bedded Chemotherapy Suites
- Robotic Surgery for Organ Saving Cancer Treatment
- Affordable Radiation Packages
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the first signs of lung cancer?
Signs of cancer include new or worsening cough , unexplained shortness of breath, chest pain, and persistent fatigue. All of these should be treated as soon as detected, and given the right treatment.
Does Sohana Hospital offer tests to detect Lung cancer?
Soahan Hospital offers all kinds of tests to detect cancers, whether lung cancer, or any other cancer. They have been providing life-changing cancer care at the Best Cancer Treatment Hospital India.
Can you survive lung cancer?
Survival from lung cancer is often a very viable end result and with the help of medical advances. A person’s prognosis depends heavily on the stage of the cancer at diagnosis, overall health, and access to treatments.
At what age is lung cancer most common?
Lung cancer mostly happens to people older than 65, given their long exposure to chemicals. The most average age to find out about cancer is around the 70s. A very small number of people younger than 45 are diagnosed. Smoking increases the risk for cancer by 20%, hence is not advised.
What part of the body hurts when you have lung cancer?
Lung cancer primarily affects areas like chest, back, and shoulders. Pain mostly is around the area, where the tumour presses on nearby nerves, irritating the chest wall, or metastasizing to bones and spine.
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Medically Reviewed By:
Dr. Gautam Goyal
Director Cardiology
Sohana Hospital, Mohali.
Last Updated:27/06/2026
Credentials of the Author: DM Medical Oncology