Our bodies need attentive care. Always listen carefully to your body’s methods of communication through signs and symptoms. Early detection of a disease can help us prevent and treat serious health issues such as cancer.
The American Cancer Society said that one should not self-diagnose, though we should listen to what our bodies are telling us. We should pay attention to changes in our body and taking action, treatments are more likely to be successful. By neglecting to act on the warning signs, treatment becomes less likely to succeed.
The National Institutes of Health defines cancer as when: “some of the body’s cells begin to divide without stopping and spread into surrounding tissues.”
Cancerous growths can push on organs, nerves and blood vessels, causing signs that we ought to watch out for. A list of symptoms which will help us to know what to look for:
1. Swollen lymph nodes
Swollen lymph nodes can indicate infection in the body; however, if the swelling persists for an unusually long time, such as 4 to 6 weeks, this could indicate a cancerous growth.
2. Changes in skin color that suddenly “appear”
Take note of red or yellowish blemishes and rashes on the skin, as well as moles, warts, and freckles that grow in size or change color. It can indicate diseases of the liver, the body’s immune system or some allergic reaction.
3. A perpetual cough
Pay attention to coughing that seems to be caused by flu or allergies but never goes away. It can indicate some cancerous growth or some chronic inflammation.
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