In recent years, the incidence of malignant tumors has increased year by year, and due to the relatively insidious development process of tumors, many patients have entered an advanced stage when they find tumors, missing the best opportunity. Therefore, it is important to understand the abnormal manifestations of the body and seek help from a doctor in time for the early detection of malignant tumors.
First of all, the early symptoms of malignant tumors are often not obvious, but when the tumor has progressed to a certain extent, some abnormal manifestations will appear in the body. These abnormalities may be the body's distress signals, alerting us to the presence of a tumor.
1. Weight loss
If there is no obvious cause, such as dieting or strenuous exercise, and weight loss is sustained, it may be a sign of malignancy.
Tumors deplete the body's nutrients, leading to weight loss. Especially in older people, weight loss may be an early manifestation of a gastrointestinal tumor.
2. Long-term fatigue
If you continue to feel tired and weak after adequate rest, it may be a sign of a malignant tumor. Tumors deplete the body's energy, causing the body to feel fatigued. In particular, long-term fatigue should be taken seriously.
3. Persistent fever
If the body has a persistent low-grade or high-grade fever without a cold or other obvious symptoms of infection, it may be a sign of malignancy.
The tumor causes the body's immune response, leading to fever. Especially for long-standing fever, prompt medical attention should be sought promptly.
4. Abnormal bleeding or bruising
If there are unexplained nosebleeds, bleeding gums, gastrointestinal bleeding or ** congestion, it may be a sign of malignancy.
Tumors can damage blood vessels, causing bleeding or bleeding. This should be particularly alarming in cases of recurrent bleeding or bruising.
5. Abnormal lumps or swelling
If there is an unexplained lump or swelling in the body, it may be a sign of a malignant tumor. Tumors can cause growth of local tissue, forming lumps or swelling.
In particular, if there is a significant change in the size, shape, and texture of the lump or swelling, you should seek medical attention promptly.
6. Difficulty breathing or coughing
If the body has unexplained difficulty breathing or coughing, it may be a sign of a malignant tumor. Tumors can compress or invade the airways, causing difficulty breathing or coughing.
In particular, it is important to pay attention to cases where there is a significant change in the frequency and severity of dyspnea or coughing.
7. Gastrointestinal symptoms
If you have unexplained gastrointestinal symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or constipation, it may be a sign of malignancy.
Tumors can invade the digestive tract and cause digestive symptoms. In particular, if there is a significant change in the frequency and severity of gastrointestinal symptoms, you should seek medical attention promptly.
Summary: Early detection and ** of malignancy is essential to improve patient survival. Understanding the abnormal manifestations of the body and seeking help from doctors in time can help us detect malignant tumors early.