TEXAS, USA — A cancer diagnosis can be one of, if not the worst, diagnosis someone can get from a doctor.
According to the American Cancer Society, there are some early signs and symptoms that can be caught before making a trip to the doctor.
A “sign” is something that can be seen or measured by someone else, like a fever or bleeding. A “symptom”, on the other hand, is something that can be felt or noticed by the person who had it, like pain or fatigue.
Some of the early signs and symptoms include, but are not limited to:
Fatigue that doesn’t get better after rest
An unexpected weight loss or gain of 10 pounds or more
Unusual bleeding and/or bruising
Eating problems such as trouble swallowing, loss of appetite, belly problems and vomiting
Persistent pain that doesn’t go away
Swelling or lumps on the body
Skin changes such as scaly or bloody skin, a new mole, a sore that does not heal or a yellowish color to the skin or eyes
Persistent coughing and/or hoarseness
Headaches
Fever and Night sweats
Vision and/or healing problems
Change in bowels, such as constipation or diarrhea, that doesn’t go away
Urine problems, such as discolored or bloody urine
If you notice some major changes in your body, do not hesitate to see a doctor. The American Cancer Society recommend people to get cancer-related check ups and other tests even if people may not have symptoms.
