Cancer Signs

You should see some of the general (non-specific) signs and symptoms of cancer. But remember, having any of these does not mean you have cancer - many other things to do these signs and symptoms, too.

Unexplained weight loss
Most people with cancer lose weight at some point. Unexplained weight loss of 10 pounds or more (when you're trying to lose weight) can be the first sign of cancer. This occurs most often with pancreatic cancer, stomach, esophagus or lung.

Fever
Fever is very common with cancer, but more often it happens after the cancer has spread from where it began. Nearly all cancer patients with fever at some point, especially if the cancer or its treatment affects the immune system. This may make it harder for the body to fight infections. Less often, fever may be an early sign of cancer, as blood cancers like leukemia or lymphoma.

Fatigue
Fatigue is extreme tiredness not relieved by rest. It may be an important symptom as cancer grows. It may happen soon, however, in cancers such as leukemia, or if the cancer is causing the loss of blood, which can happen with some cancers colon or stomach.

Pain
The pain may be an early symptom with some cancers such as bone cancer or testicular cancer. A pain headache that does not disappear or respond to treatment can be a symptom of a brain tumor. Back pain can be a symptom of colon, rectum, or ovary. The Most often pain is linked to cancer is a symptom of cancer that has metastasized (spread from where it started).

Changes skin
Along with cancers of the skin (see next section), some other cancers can cause skin symptoms or signs that can be seen. These signs and symptoms include:
looking darker (hyper pigmentation of the skin)
skin and eyes (jaundice)
skin redness (erythema)
itching
excessive hair growth

Symptoms of cancer lung are not usually experienced until the disease had progressed, sometimes delaying the diagnosis. The symptoms of lung cancer also will mimic the symptoms of other benign diseases.

The most common symptoms of lung cancer experienced:

Wheezing 1.Onset
2.Recurrent pneumonia or bronchitis
3.Shortness of breath
4.A persistent cough that does not disappear
5.Coughing blood
6.Hoarseness
7.Weight loss or loss of appetite

If any of the symptoms over lung cancer, please consult your doctor. The symptoms described are also symptoms of many other diseases. Consult your doctor for a definitive diagnosis.

About the Author:

A. Susanto is a freelance health columnist. He is also the creator of Asbestos Lung Cancer, a web site setup to help people find useful and accurate information on Lung Cancer. Visit his site at http://asbestoslung-cancer.blogspot.com/

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