A female human body undergoes a bunch of changes and women have always been conditioned to adapt themselves to the changes that happen again and again. Change can be different for everyone, but getting used to it – women often overlook what causes serious complications like cancer. Some very common cancers in women are breast, colorectal, lung, cervical, endometrial, and skin.
Given that early symptoms can avert the severity of the disease to a great extent, it is very important to know the triggering signs of cancer.
Here are some common cancer symptoms that you should be aware of:
- persistent back pain
Back pain is one of the things women have learned to live with. From menstruation to menopause, women complain of back pain every month. Pain due to menstrual cramps is okay, but long-lasting pain near the pelvis and back should not be ignored. These can be symptoms of cancer. Shooting pain in the upper abdomen is a sign of pancreatic cancer, in which a tumor in the spinal cord can cause lower back pain.
- irregular bowel movements
Regular constipation or irritable bowel syndrome should not be overlooked, as it is an early sign of colorectal cancer. This particular sign is overlooked as many women feel constipated, bloated, and bowel changes in the premenstrual period. If the condition persists for a long time, and the person experiences change in stool colour, lethargy, weight loss – he/she should consult a doctor.
- problem during urination
Women are prone to urinary tract infections and this is the reason why frequent changes in the pattern of urination are seen more in women. While the urinary tract should always be kept clean and dry, a doctor should also be consulted if the infection reoccurs in a short period of time. Blood in urine should also be tested, as it is a sign of kidney cancer.
- change in breast size
Breast cancer usually occurs in women. Symptoms of breast cancer include – lump in the armpit or collarbone, inner nipples, discharge from the nipple, orange-looking skin, pain in the breast or nipple, itchy skin around the nipple. Regular self-exams can help detect these symptoms at an early stage. You can also opt for a mammogram as it shows the changes taking place in your breast tissue.
- skin spots
From a small pimple to a purple sore or scaly, scaly, bleeding patch of skin, if a skin infection doesn’t go away – one should go to a doctor and get it diagnosed. People ignore small bumps on the skin and assume that they will heal with time. Ignorance gives cancer enough time to come out.
- bleeding or discharge during periods
If you find blood or foul-smelling discharge from the body between menstrual cycles, seek medical help. Premenstrual discharge, which is common in women, should be dealt with carefully. Bad-smelling discharge from the body is a symptom of cervical, vaginal or endometrial cancer.
- persistent cough
Persistent cough is associated with many diseases and its association with cancer is the least known. Regular whole body exams can help detect this disease, as a prolonged cough is a sign of lung cancer.
- trouble swallowing
Trouble swallowing is one of the most common symptoms of cancer in the mouth, throat or esophagus, or you may even feel a large lump in your throat. It could also be acid reflux, however, if this condition persists despite acid-reflux related treatments, a person should have the food pipe, throat and mouth properly examined.
- frequent earache
If your ear hurts without any infection, then there could be a possibility of cancer of the tongue or tonsils or even in the mouth. If ear drops aren’t helping you, get tested for cancer cells in your body.
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