Lung Risk Factors

Smoking, secondhand smoke, radon exposure, asbestos exposure, and a family history of lung cancer are the main risk factors for developing lung cancer. Other factors such as exposure to other cancer-causing substances, air pollution, and a poor diet can also contribute to the risk. Understanding these risk factors can help individuals take steps to reduce their chances of developing lung cancer. This page provides information on how to identify and reduce these risk factors, as well as details on lung cancer symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.