6 symptoms of Cancer Frequently Ignored Women

symptoms of Cancer

Compared with men, women are more sensitive to the body, are more willing to check into the hospital when she felt suspicious symptoms. In an article published in "Web MD" America recently, director of clinical genetics and oncology at Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia, U.S., namely Mary Daly reminds women to pay attention to the following symptoms in daily life, they may an early sign of cancer. 

1. Losing weight for no apparent reason 

Not in an atmosphere of diet or increase physical activity, however, if within one month of weight loss of more than 4.5 kg, it is recommended you should consult a doctor. Hyperthyroidism is a common disease of women which can lead to weight loss, but also note that weight loss may also be due to cancer. 

2. Flatulence 

Flatulence common in women, it is most likely a symptom of ovarian cancer. In addition, pain in the lower abdomen or hips, often back and forth to the toilet to urinate or have the need to eat something even if only slightly. If flatulence occurs every day, and did not subside as well for several weeks in a row, then it is recommended you should consult a doctor. 

3. Changes in breast 

If breast milking and grow thick skin, this may imply a breast cancer rare but rapidly-growing inflammatory breast cancer. Hannah Linden, an oncology expert from the Washington University School of Medicine, USA, said "If a red rash on the breast is not lost for several weeks, then immediately consult a doctor, as well as in case of nipple retraction (nipple interested in), nipple discharge (discharge from the nipple), make sure consult a doctor immediately relevant. "

4. The non menstrual bleeding or other abnormal bleeding 

In the event of non-menstrual bleeding during menstruation which usually runs very regularly, then immediately consult a doctor. Vaginal bleeding after menopause needs more attention, because it may be a symptom of endometrial cancer. 

5. Pain 

As we get older, these women often complain of pain and it was all over his body, there is a very specific, there is also pain that is difficult to explain. Pain that lasts a long time and is difficult to explain it must be wary of. 

6. Indigestion 

Many pregnant women often experience symptoms of indigestion when gaining weight, therefore, easy to overlook this issue. Indigestion which lasted continuously may be a sign of cancer of the stomach, throat or esophagus, because it should not be taken lightly. 

In addition to the above symptoms, skin changes, difficulty swallowing, bladder / bowel and sputum with blood, urine, oral leukoplakia, swollen lymph nodes, fever, extreme fatigue, persistent cough, which all these mentioned may also be a symptom early cancer. If it lasts for a few weeks, it is recommended you should immediately consult your doctor.