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15 Cancer Symptoms Men Ignore by braveboy64(m): 10:22pm On Nov 02, 2018 |
1. Problems When You Pee
Many men have some problems peeing as they get
older, like:
A need to pee more often, especially at night
Dribbling, leaking, or an urgent need to go
Trouble starting to pee, or a weak stream
A burning sensation when they pee
An enlarged prostate gland usually causes these
symptoms, but so can prostate cancer. See your
doctor to check on the cause of the problem. He’ll
give you an exam to look for an enlarged prostate,
and he may talk to you about a blood test (called a
PSA test) for prostate cancer.
2. Changes in Your Testicles
"If you notice a lump, heaviness, or any other
change in your testicle, never delay having it looked
at," says Herbert Lepor, MD, urology chairman at
New York University Langone Medical Center.
"Unlike prostate cancer, which grows slowly,
testicular cancer can take off overnight." Your doctor
will look for any problems with a physical exam,
blood tests, and an ultrasound of your scrotum.
3. Blood in Your Pee or Stool
These can be among the first signs of cancer of the
bladder, kidneys , or colon . It's a good idea to see
your doctor for any bleeding that’s not normal, even
if you don't have other symptoms, Lepor says.
Although you're more likely to have a problem that's
not cancer, like hemorrhoids or a urinary infection,
it's important to find and treat the cause.
4. Skin Changes
When you notice a change in the size, shape, or
color of a mole or other spot on your skin, see your
doctor as soon as you can. Spots that are new or
look different are top signs of skin cancer. You’ll
need an exam and perhaps a biopsy , which means
doctors remove a small piece of tissue for testing.
With skin cancer, you don't want to wait, says
Marleen Meyers, MD, an oncologist at NYU
Perlmutter Cancer Center.
5. Changes in Lymph Nodes
Tenderness of swelling in your lymph nodes , the
small bean-shaped glands found in your neck,
armpits, and other places, often signal that
something's going on in your body. Usually, it
means your immune system is fighting a sore
throat or cold, but certain cancers can also trigger
the changes. Have your doctor check any swelling
or tenderness that doesn't get better in 2 to 4
weeks, Meyers says.
6. Trouble Swallowing
Some people have trouble swallowing from time to
time. But if your problems don’t go away and you’re
also losing weight or vomiting , your doctor may
want to check you for throat or stomach cancer.
He’ll start with a throat exam and barium X-ray.
During a barium test, you drink a special liquid that
makes your throat stand out on the X-ray.
7. Heartburn
You can take care of most cases of heartburn with
changes to your diet, drinking habits, and stress
levels. If that doesn’t help, ask your doctor to look
into your symptoms. Heartburn that doesn't go away
or gets worse could mean stomach or throat
cancer. Heartburn can also lead to a condition
called Barrett's esophagus, which occurs when
stomach acid damages the lining of esophagus.
While it is rare, Barrett’s can make you more
susceptible to developing throat cancer.
8. Mouth Changes
If you smoke or chew tobacco , you have a higher
risk of mouth cancer. Keep an eye out for white,
red, gray or yellow patches inside your mouth or on
your lips. You could also develop a canker sore that
looks like an ulcer with a crater in it. Talk to your
doctor or dentist about tests and treatments.
9. Weight Loss Without Trying
Pants fitting a little looser? If you haven’t changed
your diet or exercise habits, it could mean that
stress or a thyroid problem is taking a toll. But
losing 10 pounds or more without trying isn’t
normal. Although most unintended weight loss is
not cancer, it’s one of the signs of cancer of the
pancreas , stomach, or lungs. Your doctor can find
out more with blood tests and tools that make
detailed pictures of the inside of your body, like a
CT or PET scan.
10. Fever
A fever is usually not a bad thing -- it means your
body is fighting an infection. But one that won't go
away and doesn’t have an explanation could signal
leukemia or another blood cancer. Your doctor
should take your medical history and give you a
physical exam to check on the cause.
11. Breast Changes
In 2017 alone, 2,470 men will be diagnosed with
breast cancer. "Men tend to ignore breast lumps
because breast cancer isn't on their radar," Meyers
says, warning that in men those cancers are also,
“diagnosed much later." Don’t take any chances. If
you find a lump, tell your doctor and have it
checked. Early detection is key to successful
treatment.
12. Fatigue
Many types of cancer cause a bone-deep tiredness
that never gets better, no matter how much rest you
get. It’s different from the exhaustion you feel after
a hectic week or a lot of activity. If fatigue is
affecting your daily life, talk to your doctor. She can
help you find the cause and let you know if there
are ways to treat it.
13. Cough
In nonsmokers, a nagging cough is usually not
cancer. Most go away after 3 to 4 weeks. If yours
doesn’t, and you’re short of breath or cough up
blood, don't delay a visit to your doctor, especially
if you smoke. A cough is the most common sign of
lung cancer. Your doctor can test mucus from your
lungs to see if you have an infection. He may also
give you a chest X-ray to check for another
14. Pain
Cancer doesn’t cause most aches and pains, but if
you’re hurting for more than a month, don’t just grin
and bear it. Ongoing pain can be a signal of many
types of cancer, including bone or brain cancer,
especially those that have spread, Lepor says.
15. Belly Pain and Depression
It’s rare, but depression along with stomach pain
can be a sign of cancer of the pancreas . Should
you worry? Not unless this cancer runs in your
family, Meyers says. Then you need to see your
doctor. |
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