5 Warning Signs of Breast Cancer That Many Women Ignore
5 Warning Signs of Breast Cancer That Many Women Ignore
One in eight women in the United States has breast cancer. Early detection is very important for successful cancer treatment.
It is very important that women recognize the signs of invasive breast cancer from the outset and seek medical help early rather than fighting the terminal stages of the disease.
Here are five signs and symptoms of breast cancer that every woman should know about.
1. New mole or modification of existing mole
A mole can be considered an early indicator of breast cancer. Women with moles had a 13% higher risk of developing breast cancer than women without moles.
2. Hoarseness and persistent cough
Cancer that spreads from the breast to the lungs can cause a persistent cough and hoarseness. Statistics show that breast cancer spreads to the lungs in about 60-70% of cancer patients, causing dry cough and shortness of breath.
3. irregular bowel movements or bladder movements
Breast cancer patients experience hormonal changes that can lead to dry urethra and cause incontinence. Also, these patients need to urinate urgently and may take longer than usual to urinate.
4. Unexplained fatigue
Most cancers are accompanied by fatigue and exhaustion. Cancer patients may feel tired even after a good night's sleep. You may also experience depression and pain.
Fatigue is not caused by physical exhaustion, but by a chemical imbalance in the body caused by cancer.
5. Unexplained back pain
8 out of 10 people may have back pain. It has also been discovered that breast cancer can be the cause of annoying back pain.
Breast cancer patients feel pressure in the spine and ribs, including pain in the upper back.The pain may appear to come from the bones. This may also mean that the breast cancer has spread to the bone.
