Is shoulder pain an early symptom of lung cancer?

Shoulder pain may be one of the early symptoms of lung cancer, but not all shoulder pain is caused by lung cancer. Other causes may also cause shoulder pain. Here is some information about shoulder pain and lung cancer: 1. Lung cancer may cause shoulder pain: Lung cancer cells may invade nearby nerves or bones, causing shoulder pain. Shoulder pain from other causes: In addition to lung cancer, there are many other causes of shoulder pain, such as: Shoulder disease: Shoulder periarthritis, rotator cuff damage, arthritis and other shoulder diseases can cause shoulder pain. Heart problems: Some heart conditions, such as myocardial infarction, can cause shoulder pain, which can be mistaken for shoulder pain. Muscle strain or strain: Excessive use of shoulder muscles, lifting or injury can cause muscle strain or strain, causing shoulder pain. Neurological problems: Neurological problems such as cervical spondylosis and thoracic outlet syndrome can also cause shoulder pain. If shoulder pain occurs, especially with other symptoms such as cough, expectoration, hemoptysis, chest pain, etc., seek medical attention promptly. The doctor will perform a detailed physical examination and imaging examination.(such as X-ray, CT, magnetic resonance imaging, etc.) to determine the cause of shoulder pain. 4. Screening for lung cancer: For high-risk groups, such as long-term smokers, family history of lung cancer, chronic lung disease, etc., doctors may recommend screening for lung cancer, such as low-dose spiral CT examination, to detect lung cancer early. 5. Treatment: Treatment for shoulder pain depends on the cause of the pain. If it is lung cancer, treatment for lung cancer is essential; if it is other causes, treatment includes medication, physical therapy, surgery, etc. In short, shoulder pain may be one of the early symptoms of lung cancer, but it may also be a manifestation of other diseases. If shoulder pain persists or is accompanied by other symptoms, seek medical attention promptly for comprehensive examination and diagnosis to detect and treat underlying diseases early. High-risk groups should be screened regularly for lung cancer to improve the early diagnosis rate of lung cancer.