What Are the Three Warning Signs of Cancer?

Overview

We often tend to ignore various symptoms like aches, painless lumps, and irregular bowel movements. However, studies have revealed that several seemingly innocuous symptoms may be early warning indications of cancer. As suggested by our expert oncologist, if people started seeing and taking some of these warning signs seriously, cancer may be detected early and treated easily when there is time. Here we’ve discussed some of the warning signs of cancer.

• Changed pattern of bowel and bladder habits: Everyone has a consistent pattern of bowel movements. If this suddenly changes, that is, if people experience diarrhea or are constipated for days on end, it is time to contact a doctor.

Most of us have a tendency to self-medicate or use home cures. If that doesn't clear it up in a day or two, you should see a doctor. This could indicate stomach or colorectal cancer. This type of cancer is becoming more common in India as people's lifestyles change.

Unfortunately, in India, everything linked to incorrect bowel movements is labelled as "piles" and is ignored.

In terms of bladder habits, the urine may be discoloured, deep yellow, or contain blood. Although extremely rare, these could indicate kidney or bladder cancer. Jaundice, which can be caused by cancer of the liver or pancreas, can be detected by deep yellow urine. In men, difficulties passing pee or a frequent urge to urinate could indicate an enlarged prostate, a risk factor for prostate cancer.

• Thickening of a lump: Breast lumps are the most prevalent. As suggested by our oncologists, painful tumours are usually not malignant. People, on the other hand, tend to ignore and dismiss a harmless bump.

But that's when we have to be extra cautious, he argues. The irony is that, as a general rule, pain is the very last symptom of most malignancies. A painless breast lump is more dangerous than one that is painful. The same is true for guys. Men account for 1% of all breast cancer cases. Unfortunately, breast cancer in men is often identified late due to ignorance and stigma.

Even if there is a lump in another region of the body, such as the limbs, head, or underarms, and it appears unexpectedly, you should speak to your doctor immediately without getting delayed.

• Fever and fatigue: Fever is a frequent symptom of colds and the flu, and it usually goes away on its own.

Certain features of persistent fever can indicate a probable cancer link. You should pay special attention if:

-A fever usually occurs at night.

–There are no additional signs of infection in your body.

-You get nocturnal sweats.

And the fatigue you experience isn't tiredness like you get after a full day of work or play.

An excessive weariness that does not improve with rest can be an early symptom of cancer.

Cancer consumes your body's nutrition in order to develop and spread. Those nutrients no longer renew your body. You may become exhausted due to this "nutrient theft."

There are numerous underlying causes of weariness, many of which are not related to cancer. If your symptoms are severe enough that they are affecting your quality of life, contact your doctor.

How can we help with the treatment?

If you need to undergo cancer treatment in India, we will serve as your guide throughout your medical treatment and will be physically present with you even before your treatment begins. The following will be provided to you:

• Opinions of expert physicians and surgeons
• Transparent communication
• Coordinated care
• Prior appointment with specialists
• Assistance with hospital formalities
• 24*7 availability
• Arrangements for travel
• Assistance for accommodation and healthy recovery
• Assistance in emergencies

We are dedicated to offering the highest quality health trip and care to our patients. We have a team of highly qualified and devoted health professionals that will be by your side from the beginning of your journey.