Occult lung malignancy presenting with finger pain: a case report.
BACKGROUND
Lung cancer is currently one of the most common malignancies in the world. Early detection is an important prognostic factor. Unfortunately, initial symptoms may be vague and a substantial proportion of cases present with the effects of metastases.


METHODS
We discuss a case of occult lung malignancy in a 61-year-old man. The only symptom at presentation was pain in the right ring finger due to metastasis from the lung primary.


CONCLUSIONS
This case highlights the need for vigilance when a patient presents with unusual or unexplained symptoms, especially if they have known risk factors for cancer.
Embley
Matthew A
MA
Department of Respiratory Medicine, University of Glasgow, Gartnavel General Hospital, Great Western Road, Glasgow, UK. matt_embley@doctors.org.uk
Goody
Rebecca B
RB
Mughrabi
Mahmood
M