Experts identify two hand signs that may signal lung cancer in the UK

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the UK, responsible for 21 percent of all cancer fatalities. It often shows no symptoms until advanced stages, making early detection challenging. Experts highlight two unusual signs on the hands that may indicate lung cancer: finger clubbing and swollen fingers. Finger clubbing involves changes in the nails and fingertips, while swollen fingers and wrists can be linked to a condition called hypertrophic pulmonary osteoarthropathy. These symptoms are important to recognize, as many lung cancer patients eventually develop noticeable signs. Common symptoms include a persistent cough, coughing up blood, and unexplained weight loss.