Symptoms of pulmonary embolism in lung cancer
Disease description:
My brother-in-law has lung cancer. When I visited him the past couple of days, he kept feeling short of breath and is worried it might be a pulmonary embolism. What are the symptoms of pulmonary embolism in lung cancer patients?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Xiheng
Lung cancer with pulmonary embolism commonly presents symptoms such as cough, shortness of breath, chest pain, blood in sputum, and fainting. In severe cases, patients may also experience lower limb swelling, pain in the limbs, shock, or even sudden death. These symptoms suggest serious disease progression causing damage to lung tissue. It is recommended to seek timely medical evaluation at a hospital and receive appropriate treatment based on the clinical condition.
