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Cancer Cancer is a disease whose name makes the heart tremble. And why not? This deadly disease is spreading rapidly all over the world. India is also not untouched by it. According to the data of the National Library of Medicine, about 1.46 million cases of cancer were reported in India in the year 2022. By the year 2025, this figure can also cross 1.57 million.
In most cases, the problem is that cancer is detected very late. When the ways of treatment remain limited. But if we recognize some early signs (Cancer Symptoms), then it can be controlled in time. Let us know those 8 common symptoms that the body shows us in time. All you need to do is be a little careful.
Cancer Symptoms:
Weight loss without reason
If you are neither dieting nor exercising. Still, you are losing 4-5 kg or more weight in a few weeks. So this can be a sign of some serious internal problem, such as cancer of stomach, lungs or pancreas.
Repeated bleeding
If bleeding from nose, urine, cough or stool is happening repeatedly, then do not ignore it. This can be a sign of colon, bladder or lung cancer.
Chronic cough or change in voice
If you are coughing continuously for several weeks or your voice seems heavy, then this can be a sign of cancer related to throat or lungs. Be cautious especially if you smoke.
Lump or swelling in the body
If you see any lump or bulge in your neck, breast, armpit or any part of the body which is not causing pain even after pressing, then do not take it lightly. This can be an early sign of cancer.
Difficulty in swallowing
If you repeatedly feel while eating food that something is getting stuck or there is difficulty in swallowing, then it may be due to cancer in the throat or food pipe.
Wounds that do not heal
If it has been more than 2-3 weeks since a cut or injury has healed, but it is not healing, then be careful. This can be a symptom of skin or oral cancer. Especially in those who consume tobacco or gutkha.
Changes in the skin
The formation of a new mole on the body, or a change in the colour, shape or texture of an existing mole, can be a clear sign of skin cancer. It is important to get yourself examined by a doctor on time.
Constant fatigue and lethargy
If you are tired all the time and the lethargy persists in the body even after getting enough sleep. Then do not ignore it by considering it as just weakness. This can also be the beginning of some cancer.
What can you do at home?
Breast self-examination: Check yourself every month to see if there is any lump or change in the breast.
Check the mouth and tongue: Look in the mirror and note the white spots, blisters or non-healing wounds in the mouth.
Skin monitoring: Be alert if you see any new mole, rash or change on the skin.
Urine and stool tests: Pay attention to their smell, color or presence of blood.
Like every disease, cancer is also curable if it is detected in time. The body gives us signals, we just need to understand its language. If you are feeling any of these symptoms for a long time, do not delay, consult a doctor.
Disclaimer: This information is only for awareness purposes. Consult an expert for any kind of disease or symptom.
