What Are The Common Causes Of Lung Cancer?

Lung cancer has been increasing worldwide, that too at a highly alarming rate. Both men and women are at a risk of suffering from it. The two types of lung cancer, which grow and spread differently, are small cell lung cancers (SCLC) and non-small cell lung cancers (NSCLC). There can be a factors responsible for lung cancer however, there are certain causes of lung cancer that are common to all.

Common causes of lung cancer are:

• Smoking: There is no doubt that people who smoke are more prone to lung cancer than non-smokers. With an increase in the number of cigarettes you smoke, your chances of getting lung cancer increase too. People who don't smoke but are surrounded by smokers also have high chances of being affected by this form of cancer.
• Exposure to Asbestos: Asbestos is a naturally occuring mineral, present in the environment. Lung cancer can occur due to the inhalation and ingestion of asbestos fibers.
• Exposure to Ranon Gas: Ranon is a radioactive gas, which is formed naturally on decaying of radioactive elements. It is found in low levels in the air that you breathe and the water that you drink. 
• Excess Air Pollution: Presence of high levels of dust particles and pollutants in the air that we breathe can cause lung cancer. 1-2% of lung cancer is caused because of it.
• High Levels of Arsenic in drinking water: Consuming water with arsenic content is harmful as it directly affects the lungs and when the arsenic content is too high, it may lead to lung cancer.
• Exposure to harmful chemicals: Exposure to certain chemicals like uranium, coal products, gasoline, diesel exhaust and mustard gas can also cause lung cancer.
• History of lung cancer in the family: Your chances of getting lung cancer are higher if anyone in your family has suffered from it in the past.

While factors like genetics cannot be controlled when it comes to preventing lung cancer, still there are certain lifestyle practices that you can control like smoking. So, make sure you live a healthier life by avoiding indulging in such habits.