In recent years, the incidence of cancer has increased year by year, so that many people are talking about cancer discoloration. In fact, the earlier treatment of many cancers, the higher the survival rate. Doctors also often say that early detection and early treatment. But how do you find out if you have cancer? We can't always go to the hospital for a full-body examination. So what are the symptoms of cancer in the early stages? How can I find out early?
What are the symptoms of early cancer?
Some cancers have no obvious symptoms in the early stage, and some cancers will have some warning signs. The World Health Organization and the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences have made some references to early signs of cancer. There are probably the following:
(1) The body can touch induration or hardening, especially gradually increasing
The most common site where the mass may be indurated is the breast. If the breast touches the mass or induration, or the male breast hyperplasia increases, you should go to the hospital in time for examination. Other parts such as neck, abdomen or skin should also be paid attention to, especially the gradually increasing mass.
(2) Warts (neoplastic tumors) or black moles have obvious changes
Almost everyone will have warts or moles on their bodies. If warts or moles are found to have obvious changes, such as sudden enlargement, color change, surface rupture, bleeding, or original hair loss, it is best to go to the hospital Check it, don't take it for granted, this may be a symptom of skin cancer.
(3) Unexplained bleeding
For unexplained bleeding in the nose, ears, bladder, or intestines, or persistent menstrual abnormalities in women, major bleeding, extramenstrual bleeding, etc., it is necessary to go to the hospital to find out the cause and rule out the possibility of cancer.
(4) Unexplained long-term indigestion and weight loss
The weight of normal people also fluctuates with changes in diet, exercise, and lifestyle. If long-term indigestion, progressive loss of appetite, weight loss, and no clear cause are found, it should be paid attention to. It may be esophageal cancer, throat cancer, and stomach cancer Symptoms.
(5) Unhealed wounds, incessant swelling
If the wound does not heal continuously, or if the body continues to swelling, it must be considered whether it is a tumor.
(6) Persistent hoarseness, dry cough and difficulty swallowing.
If you continue to hoarse or cough for some reason, more than 3-4 weeks, or blood in the sputum, you should see a doctor in time, it may be a sign of lung cancer or throat cancer.
If guaranteed to prevent early cancer:
1. Understand the early symptoms of cancer
Understand the possible symptoms of early cancer through the above symptom summary. Of course, these performances are not specific to cancer, but are only an early warning signal. You need to go to the hospital to find out the cause, so that you can find the cause and treat it early.
2. Regular self-examination
Many times, whether a person is sick or not is self-discovery, so we must learn some medical science knowledge so that we can find some early warning symptoms in time. For example, you can observe or touch a lump on your body.
3. Regular physical examination screening
It is generally recommended that high-risk groups over the age of 40 regularly participate in physical examinations for early detection, early diagnosis, and early treatment.
Conclusion:
Although cancer is terrible, we must treat it correctly. Maintain a good state of mind, quit smoking and limit alcohol, exercise properly, get enough sleep, regular self-examination and physical examination, I believe myself and the doctor, I believe that you can find abnormalities in the body as soon as possible, early treatment and prolong life.
