Understanding Lung Cancer

Understanding Lung Cancer

Cancer is a disease described as the uncontrollable growth of cells. Cancer of the lungs happens when cells in one lung or both lungs are rapidly growing at an uncontrolled rate. Instead of developing into a healthy and normal lung tissue, these cells continue to grow and form lumps or masses called tumors. These tumors interfere with the main functioning of the lungs.

Generally, the lung functions by providing oxygenated blood to be distributed to the body. If there is a tumor that is obstructing the blood flow, then there can be interference in the normal functioning …