If you’ve been waking up feeling unusually tired or struggling to catch your breath in the mornings, it’s easy to blame it on poor sleep, stress, or a lack of exercise. But experts warn that these subtle symptoms could be your body’s way of flagging deeper issues with lung health. In some cases, they may even be among the earliest signs of lung cancer – a disease increasingly being diagnosed in people who have never smoked.

A Silent Rise Among Non-Smokers

“Early symptoms of lung cancer are often subtle and can mimic routine fatigue, low stamina, or mild respiratory issues. That’s why many patients tend to overlook them until the disease has progressed," says Dr. Niti Raizada, Principal Director – Medical Oncology & Hemato-Oncology, Fortis Hospitals, Bengaluru.

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