CANCER AWARENESS: MOVING A STEP AHEAD TOWARD GOOD HEALTH


Having cancer and going through intensive treatment can lead to immense physical discomfort as well as emotional upheaval. As per stats and facts by various Cancer Research Organizations and institutes, knowing about cancer at the early stage and treatment at the early stage helps save the lives of cancer patients. That's the utmost reason specialists or doctors always recommended regular cancer screening for everyone. Cells divide uncontrollably while having cancer which can result in tumors, or any other impairment that can prove fatal or damage the immune system.

In India, it has been observed in the year 2020, 14 lakh new cancer cases were reported and out of them, most of the cases were breast cancer, lung cancer, mouth cancer, cervix cancer, uterus cancer, and tongue cancer.

 

CANCER TYPES:

 Mainly three types of cancer are there:

●        SARCOMAS: This type of cancer mainly arises from bone, muscle, and nerve, is less common; spreads to distant sites early.

 

●        CARCINOMAS: This is the type of Cancer that arises in membranes (covering) and glands or ducts of glands. The commonest type of cancer usually spreads to the nearest sites and later on to distant sites including neck-head, breast, prostate, lung, esophagus, colorectum and anus, etc.

●        Blood cancer: This type of cancer includes Myeloma, leukemia, and lymphoma.

 

SYMPTOMS OF CANCER

 

It is important to be aware of the indicator symptoms of cancer, irrespective of one's health or age. But some of the symptoms or signs of cancer are usually not indicative at all. And that's when it's important to consult a doctor or specialist to asses health and take respective actions. These are the most talked about cancer symptoms and signs in both men and women.

- Breast changes

- Abnormal periods or pelvic pain

- Unusual lumps

- Unexplained weight loss

- Stomach pain or nausea

- Persistent pain and fatigue

- Frequent fevers or infections

- Skin changes

- Excessive bruising

- Chronic cough

 

RISK FACTORS FOR CANCER

 

After extensive studies and research on cancer over the years, it is found that the most common risk factors for cancer are:

- Family history

- Virus infections and other infections

- Alcohol intake

- Tobacco use

- Lack of physical activity

- Being overweight or obese

- Poor dietary habits

- Radiation exposure

 

Sohana Hospital always stays a step ahead in spreading cancer awareness and saving more lives. Our Medical Research Institute comes with the latest technology equipment that aids in precise cancer diagnosis. Our experienced oncologists aim to alleviate your symptoms and make cancer treatment seamless for you.

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