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In recent years, the incidence of cancer has gradually increased with the increase of people's life stress and lifestyle changes. Early detection of cancer is critical because early detection can improve the rate of cancer and survival. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that sleep is a treasure in the human body, and sleep quality is closely related to physical health. According to the observation and research of some Chinese medicine experts in China, some sleep abnormalities may be associated with the occurrence of cancer. Here, we will discuss 3 types of sleep abnormalities associated with cancer and emphasize the importance of early detection.
First, early awakening is a common sleep abnormality that refers to frequent awakenings during nighttime sleep, difficulty getting back asleep, or waking up early in the morning and not being able to sleep again. This abnormality is usually accompanied by a decrease in sleep quality and a decrease in sleep duration. Some studies have found that the incidence of cancer is relatively high in people with this sleep abnormality. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that early awakening may be related to physical constitutions such as excessive heart fire and kidney yin deficiency. These physical problems may be related to the mechanism of cancer.
Second, dreaminess is another common sleep abnormality that is also associated with cancer. Polydreaming refers to dreams that occur frequently during sleep, last for a long time, and have complex episodes. Some studies have found that dreaminess is associated with the risk of developing cancer. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that dreaminess may be related to internal organ dysfunction, spleen deficiency and dampness. These physical problems may increase the risk of cancer.
Finally, insomnia is also a sleep abnormality associated with cancer. Insomnia refers to symptoms of difficulty falling asleep, waking up easily or early, and poor sleep quality. Some studies have found that insomnia is associated with the incidence of cancer. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that insomnia may be related to physical constitutions such as lack of qi and blood, heart and spleen disorders, etc. These physical problems may increase the risk of cancer.
Experienced TCM physicians believe that the above sleep abnormalities may be warning signs from the human body, reminding us to pay attention to our physical condition and do some necessary examinations in time. Although sleep abnormalities are not direct proof of cancer, they may be associated with a risk of developing cancer. Therefore, if we find that we have the sleep abnormalities mentioned above, we may wish to consider going to the hospital for a check-up earlier for early detection and potential cancer.
Of course, traditional Chinese medicine is not a substitute for the diagnosis and treatment of modern medicine, but traditional Chinese medicine has unique advantages in prevention and conditioning. In TCM, treating the whole body as an interconnected whole, and paying attention to balancing and regulating the function of internal organs, is one of the core concepts of TCM to prevent diseases. In practice, TCM physicians can give targeted treatment plans according to the specific situation of the patient. These regimens may include Chinese medicine**, acupuncture, massage, tai chi, etc., to improve the body's immunity and self-healing ability.
In summary, sleep abnormalities may be associated with the risk of developing cancer. Early awakening, dreaminess, and insomnia are common sleep abnormalities that need to be taken seriously. If we find ourselves with these abnormalities, please go to the hospital as soon as possible for early detection and ** potential cancer. At the same time, we should also pay attention to a balanced diet, maintain good lifestyle habits, and properly carry out TCM conditioning to improve the body's immunity and self-healing ability. Through all-round prevention and conditioning, we can better protect our health.
References: 1 zhang q, zhang j, wang s, et al. the association between sleep duration and cancer: a meta-analysis of prospective studies[j]. international journal of cancer, 2013, 134: 971-980.