10 unusual signs of cancer warning you should not ignore

A wound that does not heal, unusual bleeding or discharge, or a lump anywhere on the body can be a sign of cancer.

Experts from Parkway Cancer Centre Singapore warn of 10 signs that help detect cancer at an early stage but people often ignore.

Wound that does not heal

Check for any sores (lesions) on your skin or vagina that last a long time. Even sores in your mouth or other parts of your body that don't heal can be a sign of cancer.

Abnormal moles can be a sign of cancer. Illustration: Womenshealth.

Indigestion or difficulty swallowing

If you have difficulty swallowing or struggle with indigestion, tell your doctor. These are often symptoms of esophageal, stomach, or throat cancer.

Unusual bleeding or discharge

Check for any unusual bleeding that is not caused by trauma. This could be a sign of cancer. For example, blood in the sputum is often lung cancer, blood in the stool is a warning sign of colorectal cancer, vaginal bleedingAbnormalities can be seen in uterine, ovarian or cervical cancer, red discharge from the nipple is breast cancer.

Lump in breast or anywhere

Keep an eye out for any lumps in your breasts, testicles, lymph nodes, or soft tissues. If they increase in size or thicken, it could be a sign of a tumor under the skin.

Changes in bowel habits or bladder function

Tell your doctor if you have chronic constipation or diarrhea, pain when you urinate, urinating more or less often, especially if you see blood in your urine. If you notice an unusual change in the size of your stool, there may becould be a sign of colon, bladder or prostate cancer.

Persistent cough or hoarseness

Don't ignore a persistent cough or long-term hoarseness that doesn't improve with medication. This could be a sign of lung, laryngeal, or thyroid cancer.

Change mole

Sudden changes in the color, shape, or size of a mole are common in skin cancer.

Unexplained weight loss

If you're not dieting but have lost 10 pounds or more, don't ignore it. In fact, pancreatic, stomach, esophageal, and lung cancers often cause weight loss.

Back-ache

Muscle tension and pain often cause stiffness and discomfort in the back. However, some cancers, such as prostate cancer that has spread to the bones in the lower part of the body, can also cause pain in the hips and lower back.

Fever and fatigue

Fever is a common symptom of many diseases, and is also a common sign of cancer in its advanced stages.o Cancer affects the immune system, weakening the body's ability to fight infections. Pay special attention to fevers that accompany fatigue.extremeIn that case, please notify your doctor for early examination and treatment./.

According to VNE