Lung Cancer

Lung Cancer Causes and Risk Factors

Smoking and secondhand smoke aren't the only causes of lung cancer. Learn how heredity, radon, asbestos exposure, and other factors can impact your risk.

Lung Cancer
Infographic of the molecule of Nicotine
Nicotine: How It Works, Uses, Risks, Benefits
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
Radon seeps into homes and can cause lung cancer
What is Radon?
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
person smoking, one of the risk factors for lung cancer
Lung Cancer: Causes and Risk Factors
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD