Symptoms That May Appear Years Before a Cancer Diagnosis
An article by Kursor discusses symptoms that may indicate cancer years before diagnosis. Based on NHS data and a study of a British medical records database, four symptoms are examined: blood in urine, coughing up blood, difficulty swallowing, and rectal bleeding. Figures show that among patients with hematuria, cancer was found in 472 men and 162 women; of 4,812 cases of coughing blood, 220 men and 81 women had cancer; dysphagia led to esophageal cancer in 150 men and 81 women. The importance of early detection is emphasized, especially for men and people over 65. Recommendations include not delaying a doctor's visit, undergoing tests, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
An article by Kursor discusses symptoms that may indicate the development of cancer several years before diagnosis. The material is based on data from the UK's National Health Service (NHS) and a large study conducted using a British medical records database. The researchers analyzed four symptoms: blood in urine (hematuria), coughing up blood (hemoptysis), difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), and rectal bleeding. Among patients with blood in urine, urinary tract cancer was diagnosed within three years in 472 men and 162 women. Of 4,812 cases of coughing blood, respiratory cancer was found in 220 men and 81 women. Difficulty swallowing led to the detection of esophageal cancer in 150 men and 81 women. Rectal bleeding is also associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer. The study showed that these symptoms are particularly significant for men and people over 65. The author emphasizes the importance of early detection: treatment in early stages is more effective. Recommendations include not delaying a doctor's visit, undergoing tests (blood tests, ultrasound, X-ray, endoscopy), and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Additional symptoms are also listed: unexplained weight loss, persistent fatigue, changes in bowel or bladder habits, and non-healing wounds. The article concludes with a call to pay attention to the body's signals and not ignore them.