A bunch of health experts have shared eight signs that could mean you have cancer, especially for men.
A recent study found out that about half of grown-ups in the UK wait for up to six months before talking to a doctor about signs of cancer, says the Mirror. Dr. Julie Sharp, who leads health and patient stuff at Cancer Research UK, says, "You might think that big signs like coughing blood or bleeding for no reason are hard to ignore, but the study shows that many people do."
Finding cancer early is super important because it helps doctors know what kind of cancer you have and gives you the best treatment. Professor Lawrence Young from the University of Warwick says, "Finding out you have cancer is always scary. Every year, more than a third of all cancer cases in the UK are found in people who are 75 or older. The good news is that with better tests and treatments, more people are surviving cancer than ever before."
In the UK, men who are 50 or older can get a free test called a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test. But they have to ask their doctor for it and make an appointment.
Here are eight signs of cancer that men shouldn't ignore:
Blood in your pee
Problems when you go to the toilet are often not talked about because it's embarrassing. But it's always best to get these things checked out so you can know what's going on and relax, or get the right treatment. About 20,500 people in the UK are found to have bladder cancer every year, which is like 56 people every day. Finding blood in your pee is a big sign of this disease. Usually, it doesn't hurt, and you can see it when you check the toilet bowl after peeing.
Changes in your poo habits
The NHS says that signs of bowel cancer include needing to go to the toilet more or less than usual, and seeing blood in your poo that could look red or black. If you talk to a doctor about these signs, it's a good idea to also tell them if your weight has changed, as this could also mean something is up with your bowels. The NHS says don't be embarrassed about changes in your toilet habits.
Stomach pain and trouble digesting food
Stomach pain could be because of a bug or food poisoning, but if you've had problems for four to six weeks or more, talk to your doctor. The NHS says, "Pain at the top part of your tummy and your back, which may feel worse when you're eating or lying down and better when you lean forward." If you've lost weight, feel pain in the upper part of your tummy, have lost your appetite, or keep getting heartburn, see a doctor right away.
Blood in your poo
Piles are the most common reason for blood in your poo, but it could also be a sign of cancer. Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK and causes about 16,800 deaths every year. So if you see blood in your poo, talk to a doctor because it could save your life.
Losing weight without trying
It's normal to lose weight when you're dieting or exercising, but if you look thinner without trying, tell your doctor. Unusual weight loss is the second most common sign of bowel, lung, pancreatic, and kidney cancers, according to researchers from the University of Oxford.
Coughing that won't go away
Coughs usually go away on their own and could be because of a cold, heartburn, or allergies. But if you've had a cough for more than three weeks, it could be a sign of lung cancer. Coughs are usually nothing to worry about, but if it lasts for more than three weeks or gets worse, see your doctor.
Strange lumps
If you notice any lumps or swelling on your body, talk to your doctor right away. The best way to check for lumps in your breasts or testicles is to feel them when you're in the shower. They should feel smooth, without any lumps or bumps, and firm but not hard.
Back pain
Lots of people in the UK have back pain, but it could also mean something else is wrong. The NHS says that pain in your lower back, pelvis, or lower tummy could be a sign of cancer, which causes about 850 deaths every year in the UK.
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