Many cancers have almost no obvious symptoms in the early stage. Once the symptoms are obvious, it is often in the middle and late stages, and the best time for treatment has been lost.
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The best way to deal with cancer The way to do this is to detect cancer at an early stage, and the sooner it can be treated and controlled, the better the outcome.
It is therefore important to catch any signs of cancer in a timely manner.
What are the body’s warnings not to ignore? How can cancer be diagnosed early? Let’s take a look today.
What are the possible manifestations of hands and feet of people “targeted” by cancer?
“Liver Palm”
The thenar area of the palm will become congested and reddened, that is, “Liver Palm” . The liver is an organ without painful nerves. If symptoms such as liver palms and spider nevus appear, it may mean that the body has liver diseases, such as hepatitis B, liver cirrhosis, or even liver cancer.
Club finger
The end of the finger is swollen. The medical term is called club finger, also known as mallet finger or drumstick finger. Some lung cancer patients develop clubbing symptoms in the early and middle stages.
Finger clubbing is not the same as lung cancer! You can’t “look for cancer”, but you have to be vigilant.
The clubbing is more related to cardiopulmonary function. Chronic diseases of the respiratory system, cardiovascular system, and digestive system may all appear clubbing.
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The skin and nails of the limbs have changed
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1. If there are abnormal bulges on the skin of the limbs, and secretions flow out, or if there is an ulcer wound that does not heal itself for a long time, be alert to the occurrence of skin cancer.
2. If you have moles with asymmetrical shape and irregular edges, or moles with uneven color, pain, itching and enlargement in a short period of time, you should be more careful, there may be a risk of deterioration. , to be alert to the possibility of melanoma.
3. If there is a “black line” in the skin under the finger (toe) nail, and the range of pigment expands rapidly or the color invades the skin outside the nail, it may also be a melanoma.
Is cold hands and feet prone to cancer?
It has been reported on the Internet that people with cold hands and feet are more likely to get cancer, which makes many people afraid.
In fact, there are many reasons for cold hands and feet, such as low basal metabolic rate, low blood reserve capacity, poor thermoregulation, poor peripheral circulation, etc., which are not directly related to cancer.
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If you just feel cold hands and feet, other body If there is no discomfort in the part, there is no need to be too tense. However, if the weather is warm and your hands and feet are still cold, you should pay attention. It is recommended to go to the hospital for further examination to find the cause.
What physical symptoms are often associated with cancer?
specific symptoms
1, hemoptysis, chest pain, persistent cough alert for lung cancer
2, breast lump alert Breast cancer
3, foreign body sensation in the esophagus, dysphagia, alert to esophageal cancer
4, persistent upper abdominal pain and discomfort, vomiting blood, alert to gastric cancer
5, nasal discharge Nasopharyngeal cancer with blood in the middle, nasal congestion, tinnitus and hearing loss, headache, etc., be alert to nasopharyngeal cancer
6, blood in the stool, abdominal pain, changes in stool characteristics, alert to colorectal cancer
7, alert to postmenopausal bleeding Endometrial cancer
8, contact vaginal bleeding, increased vaginal secretions, be alert to cervical cancer
9, painless hematuria or with dysuria, be alert to urinary tract tumors
10. Abnormal moles alert to melanoma
Non-specific symptoms
1. Lymph node enlargement
2, Persistent non-traumatic pain in the body
3, weight loss in a short period of time
4, repeated unexplained fever
It is worth reminding that:
Many cancers rarely show symptoms in the early stage. Once symptoms appear, it may be in the middle and late stages, so regular check-ups are necessary.
Seven things cancer cells are most afraid of you do
1. Cancer cells are afraid of a good attitude< /p>
If you have a good mentality, your health will come naturally.
2. Cancer cells are afraid of sticking to exercise
Exercise will speed up the body’s metabolism, enhance physical fitness and improve immunity.
Aerobic exercise and anaerobic exercise can be combined, but to achieve moderate intensity, that is, slight sweating, shortness of breath, and calm after rest.
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3. Cancer cells are afraid of standard weight
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Obesity is an independent cancer risk factor. Obesity directly increases the risk of colorectal cancer, gallbladder cancer, pancreatic cancer, ovarian cancer, breast cancer and other tumors. Keeping your weight within a normal range can reduce your risk of cancer.
4. Cancer cells are afraid of high-quality sleep
Don’t stay up late. Adults should ensure 6-8 hours of high-quality sleep every day, which is very important to improve the immunity of the body.
5. Cancer cells are afraid of quitting smoking and drinking
Tobacco and alcohol are the pushers that open the door to various cancers, and smoking is the main risk factor for lung cancer .
6. Cancer cells are afraid of healthy eating
As the saying goes, disease comes from the mouth, to prevent cancer, you must keep your mouth shut. A healthy diet will make you more and more away from cancer. farther.
1. Drink less carbonated drinks and sugar-sweetened beverages;
2. Have a reasonable diet, reduce the intake of red meat, and eat more fresh fruits and vegetables;
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3. Don’t overeating, don’t eat too hot food, spicy food and salty food, eat less barbecue and pickled food.
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7. Cancer cells are most afraid of regular physical examination< /strong>
Many cancers do not have obvious symptoms in the early stage, and even if there are abnormalities, they are easy to be ignored. It is a good habit to regularly check the body, especially for high-risk groups such as those with a family history of cancer.
Anti-cancer physical examination is different from general physical examination. Different high-risk groups of cancer have different physical examination methods to choose from. For example:
Lung cancer: Low-dose helical CT of the chest can be selected.
Liver cancer: color Doppler + AFP detection.
Gastric cancer: gastroscopy + Helicobacter pylori examination.
Esophageal cancer: gastroscopy.
Colorectal cancer: colonoscopy + fecal occult blood test.
Breast cancer: color Doppler ultrasound, mammography.
Cervical cancer: TCT+HPV test.
Ovarian cancer: CA125+ color Doppler ultrasound (transvaginal ultrasound for married women).
Thyroid cancer: color Doppler ultrasound.
Nasopharyngeal carcinoma: Epstein-Barr virus antibody, nasopharyngoscopy.
Kidney cancer: color Doppler ultrasound + urine routine.
Prostate cancer: PSA examination + color Doppler ultrasound.
Cancer Screening: Early detection means sunny day!
For the sake of your own health, it is recommended to check, diagnose and treat diseases early.
Expert in this article: Hu Zhongdong, Chief Examining Physician, Deputy Chief Physician, Health Management Center, Changsha Third Hospital