Nearly one in six deaths worldwide happen due to cancer: WHO
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. In 2020, close to 10 million lives were lost due to cancer. The most common types of cancer are cancers of the breast, lung, colon and rectum, and prostate. One of the main hindrances of cancer treatment is the delay of diagnosis which happens due to late identification of the tumor growth. Read the article to know the most common and often ignored symptoms of cancer in men and women:
Fatigue
Weight loss
Weight loss is one of the first signs of cancer and unfortunately many people are unable to identify its association with cancer. If you are experiencing weight loss all of a sudden without any other explanation it is advisable to get medically tested.
Body Rash
Skin-related issues are commonly seen in those with leukemia. This rash happens due to breakage in small blood vessels under the skin. Due to an imbalance in the composition of the blood cells, one sees several changes in the skin.
Pain in the eyes
Stabbing pain in the eyes is one of the initial signs of cancerous growth in the eyes. This pain is often ignored and thought of as something less serious.
Frequent headaches
Headaches, which recur and increase gradually are seen in patients diagnosed with cancer. Any unusual pattern of headache should be monitored carefully. It is an early sign of a brain tumor.
Painful periods
Periods are painful, undoubtedly. But if you experience heavy periods and have unbearable pain during that time, it is advisable to get it tested medically. This is commonly seen in those with endometrial cancer.
Changes in the breast
Women are at a higher risk of developing breast cancer. To avoid the progress of breast cancer, self-examination is necessary. One of the major changes seen in women who have breast cancer is a change in the nipple or the breast. The nipples change in shape, get inverted, or get turned sideways.
Other signs to know
Apart from the signs mentioned above one should also be careful about the following signs of cancer: testicular swelling, difficulty in eating and swallowing food, troubled gut health, wheezing, chronic bloating, changes in bowel movement, erection problems, trouble in urinating, fever, and changes in the fingernail.
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