Some people ask why patients with cancer spread still appear to be in good spirits and have a good appetite? Is it a return to the light? This seems to be at odds with the general perception of advanced cancer. When we think of cancer, we often think of emaciated, tired, and painful patients, but in reality, some people are not.
The following two scenarios are possible!
Metastases that are small and localized, or located in non-critical organs, may be completely asymptomatic and do not have any impact on life for a while. Like a colon cancer patient, his cancer cells have metastasized to the liver, but the imaging shows that the lesion is very small, only the size of a grain of rice. When he was first diagnosed, he cried out of fear, believing that there was no cure for him. However, upon detailed questioning of his symptoms, he found that he did not feel any discomfort, and the report also showed that the lesion was only 1 mm. This patient had successful colon cancer surgery and no other metastases were found. He began to receive traditional Chinese medicine and has been doing so for more than three years. During this time, his mental state and appetite were very good. Under the ** of traditional Chinese medicine, he continued to recuperate, and the size of the metastasis was always maintained at 1mm.
Medical misdiagnosis. The story of a lymphoma patient diagnosed by Professor Li Zhong is like a mirror, reflecting the shadow of misdiagnosis. At first, there was an obvious foci of infection on his **, and the symptoms of redness, swelling, heat and pain burned like a flame. After a series of imaging tests, he was diagnosed with lymphoma. However, over time, his symptoms did not worsen, but gradually lessened. Symptoms specific to lymphoma, such as fever, night sweats, weight loss, itching or lesions, anemia, etc., are not present. So, he decided to seek a more authoritative answer and went to a higher-level hospital for a second examination. Surprisingly, he was told that it was not lymphoma, but lymphadenitis. In fact, the pathological diagnosis of lymphoma is sometimes extremely complex, and some lymphoproliferative disorders are indistinguishable from lymphoma. If you are skeptical about the diagnosis and think you don't have cancer, it may be wise to be brave enough to change hospitals and get tested again.
In the field of medicine, there is a phenomenon that is often confusing, and that is the so-called "chronic disease symptom cluster", also known as "relapse". This phenomenon is not uncommon, but it is difficult to explain. Its emergence is often related to a variety of complex factors, and the two most critical aspects are individual differences and psychological factors. First of all, individual differences are one of the key factors influencing this phenomenon. Each person's physical and physiological condition is unique, and therefore the response and presentation of illness will also be different. Some people experience noticeable symptoms after the disease, while others may have few symptoms. This may be related to numerous factors such as the individual's genetics, lifestyle, eating habits, etc. Therefore, individual differences are a factor that cannot be ignored for the emergence of "chronic disease symptom clusters". Secondly, the influence of psychological factors on this phenomenon cannot be ignored. Many studies have shown that mental state and mood have a significant impact on physical health. When a person is in a negative emotional state such as nervousness, anxiety, or depression, his body may experience various uncomfortable symptoms like headaches, stomach pain, insomnia, etc. On the contrary, when a person is in a relaxed, happy state, his physical condition may improve. Therefore, the emergence of "chronic disease symptom clusters" may be closely related to the psychological state of the individual.
Each patient's physical and psychological state is different, so even when facing the same disease, different people will behave differently. Some people, after learning that they have cancer, show a positive mental state and appetite due to psychological factors. This psychological factor can stimulate the body's immunity and resistance, allowing the patient to appear in a better physical condition. In addition, the rate at which cancer progresses is also one of the factors that affect the patient's performance. Different types of cancer develop at different rates, with some cancers spreading rapidly at an early stage and others developing more slowly. As a result, some patients with advanced cancer may not have the typical symptoms of advanced cancer and are in relatively good physical condition.
Of course, if we ignore cancer and let it go unchecked, the consequences will be severe. As cancer continues to expand, the number and volume of metastases will continue to increase, putting an increasing burden on the body. At the end of the day, the patient will experience significant symptoms such as pain, fatigue, loss of appetite, decreased sleep quality, etc. These symptoms not only affect the patient's quality of life, but may also accelerate the deterioration of the condition. We cannot sit idly by in the face of cancer. Do the following three points to prevent cancer and fight cancer scientifically.
First of all, we need early detection and ** to prevent the further development and progression of cancer. Secondly, we need to maintain a positive attitude, face the disease bravely, and actively cooperate with the doctor's advice. Finally, we need to pay attention to lifestyle adjustments, such as healthy diet, moderate exercise, and maintaining good work and rest habits, etc., to improve the body's immunity and enhance disease resistance.