I'm really curious to know which lung tends to get affected by lung cancer more frequently, the right one or the left one? I'm just wondering in terms of overall cases. Would really appreciate your insight on this.

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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Lung cancer can happen in either lung or in both lungs.

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Consult a Oncologist

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Answered 04/07/2025

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