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How long does it take for you to get infected with lung cancer?
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∙ 12y ago
The development of lung cancer is a complex process influenced by various factors, and there isn't a specific timeframe for someone to "get infected" with lung cancer. Lung cancer typically develops over years to decades, and several factors contribute to the risk of its development:
Tobacco Smoking: Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer. The longer and more heavily someone smokes, the higher their risk of developing lung cancer. However, even short-term exposure to tobacco smoke can increase the risk.
Secondhand Smoke: Exposure to secondhand smoke is also a risk factor for lung cancer, albeit at a lower level compared to direct smoking.
Environmental Exposures: Prolonged exposure to certain environmental carcinogens, such as asbestos, radon, and certain chemicals, can contribute to lung cancer.
Genetics: Some individuals may have a genetic predisposition that makes them more susceptible to lung cancer, especially in the presence of other risk factors.
Occupational Hazards: Certain occupations, such as those involving exposure to asbestos, coal, or diesel exhaust, may increase the risk of lung cancer.
Air Pollution: Long-term exposure to high levels of air pollution can be a contributing factor.
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Lung cancer does not develop quickly upon exposure to a specific infection or event. Instead, it typically develops over many years of exposure to risk factors, such as smoking, exposure to secondhand smoke, exposure to radon gas, exposure to certain chemicals or pollutants, and a family history of lung cancer.
The development of lung cancer is a complex process involving genetic mutations and changes in lung tissue that occur gradually over time. These mutations and changes can eventually lead to the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells, which is characteristic of cancer.
While some cases of lung cancer may develop more rapidly due to specific factors such as genetic predisposition or exposure to high levels of carcinogens, in general, it takes many years for lung cancer to develop from the initial exposure to risk factors.
It's important to note that not everyone who is exposed to these risk factors will develop lung cancer, and conversely, some people who develop lung cancer may not have a history of significant exposure to known risk factors. Additionally, lung cancer can also occur in non-smokers and those with no apparent risk factors, although the incidence is lower in these populations compared to smokers or those with significant exposure to carcinogens.
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∙ 12y agoWell its lung cancer and cancer is very serious so by smoking cigars you can get lung cancer and i think 2-5 yrs of smoking will give you lung cancer (second Hand smoke also gives you lung cancer)
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∙ 11y ago4 months
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