Doctor Victor discusses the main signs of cancer, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis. He highlights three necessary components for successful early diagnosis: patient awareness of symptoms, access to medical examinations and specialist advice, and timely referrals for treatment.
The doctor lists 10 main signs of cancer, including:
1. Long-term, low-grade fever
2. Weakness and fatigue
3. Itching of the skin
4. Muscle weakness
5. Central nervous system disorders
6. Changes in sensitivity
7. Weight loss and loss of appetite
8. Pain
9. Enlarged lymph nodes
10. Unusual discharge
He also discusses the most common types of cancer, including breast, lung, colon, prostate, stomach, and cervical cancer, highlighting their symptoms and the importance of seeking medical attention if any of these symptoms appear.
The doctor emphasizes that many benign formations can have similar symptoms to cancer and encourages viewers not to panic if they experience any of these symptoms. Instead, he recommends consulting a doctor within a short time, preferably within a month, to undergo an examination and receive timely treatment if necessary.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Three components are needed for successful early diagnosis of cancer: patient's awareness of symptoms, opportunity to undergo an examination, and timely referral to specialized specialists.
2. There are 10 main signs of cancer.
3. The first sign of cancer is a long-term low-grade fever, usually at a low 37-38°C.
4. The second sign of cancer is weakness and fatigue, especially in the first half of the day.
5. The third sign of cancer is itching of the skin, which can be accompanied by growths on the skin.
6. The fourth sign of cancer is muscle weakness and stagnation in the muscles, often in the arms and legs.
7. The fifth sign of cancer is a disorder of the central nervous system, including dizziness, weakness, and numbness.
8. The sixth sign of cancer is a change in sensitivity, including feeling cold, heat, or crawling sensations.
9. The seventh sign of cancer is a change in taste sensitivity, which can result in a decrease or increase in appetite.
10. The eighth sign of cancer is weight loss and loss of appetite.
11. The ninth sign of cancer is constant or recurring pain of the same type.
12. The tenth sign of cancer is enlarged lymph nodes.
13. Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer.
14. Every 12th woman will get breast cancer in her life.
15. Breast cancer is the leading cause of death from cancer.
16. Examination by a mammologist is included in the mandatory list of medical examination measures.
17. Men can also get breast cancer, although it is rare (half a percent of all cases).
18. The first sign of breast cancer is the formation of a ball or lump in the breast that does not change during the monthly cycle.
19. Other signs of breast cancer include changes in the shape and size of the breast, heaviness, redness, and abnormal discharge from the nipple.
20. Lung cancer is the second most common type of cancer.
21. Lung cancer is more common in men (8 times more often than in women).
22. Symptoms of lung cancer include coughing, chest pain, shortness of breath, and blood in sputum.
23. Colon and rectum cancer is the third most common type of cancer.
24. Symptoms of colon and rectum cancer include bloating, constipation, blood in the stool, and a feeling of incomplete bowel movement.
25. Prostate cancer is a male disease that can cause difficult or frequent urination, night urination, and pain in the lower abdomen.
26. Stomach cancer can cause nausea, vomiting, and pain in the epigastric region.
27. Cervical cancer is associated with an infection caused by the human papillomavirus and can cause nagging pain in the lower abdomen.
28. Women are often in professions that require static loads, which can lead to osteochondrosis of the lumbar region.
29. A visit to the gynecologist is a mandatory element of examination for any pain in the lower back.
30. Many benign formations can give similar symptoms to cancer, but it is advisable to consult a doctor within a short time if any symptoms appear.