Will advanced lung cancer cause cancer cells to metastasize to the neck?

Lung cancer in the late stage may cause cancer cells to metastasize to the neck. Lung cancer is a malignant tumor originating from the bronchial mucosa or glands of the lungs and is one of the common malignant tumors of the respiratory system.

1. Situations that may be transferred

1. Cervical lymph node metastasis: If lung cancer invades the chest wall or mediastinum and spreads and metastasizes, it will cause swollen cervical lymph nodes and symptoms such as pain and fever.

2. Bone metastasis: If lung cancer invades bone tissue, it will cause osteolytic destruction, leading to bone pain, pathological fractures, etc.

3. Brain metastasis: If lung cancer metastasizes to distant sites, symptoms such as increased intracranial pressure, headache, nausea and vomiting may occur.

2. Situations where transfer will not occur

If lung cancer is in the early stages and has not metastasized to distant sites, it can usually be cured by surgically removing the lesion. In this case, it will not metastasize to the neck.

Patients are advised to maintain good living habits in their daily lives and avoid smoking and drinking to avoid aggravating the condition. At the same time, they should also pay attention to maintaining a good attitude and avoid excessive emotional tension and anxiety. In terms of diet, they should also strengthen their nutritional intake and eat more high-quality protein foods and fresh fruits and vegetables, which will help improve the body's immunity and promote recovery from the disease.