Cancer – is an extremely dangerous disease that annually causes the death of a large number of both men and women. For the timely diagnosis of any type of cancer, it is simply necessary to consult a doctor in time. Unfortunately, the symptoms of cancer are often not taken seriously enough. At the same time, men are more likely to ignore the symptoms of cancer. In this regard, Estet-portal decided to provide a list of health problems that men may not pay attention to, however, such signs may indicate the presence of cancer in the patient. 

Many times, men who eat right and exercise think they have nothing to worry about. Therefore, they tend to brush aside the need to visit a doctor and ignore problems that may be symptoms of cancer. Among the symptoms of the initial stages of cancer, there are also minor health problems at first glance, to ignore which – dangerous to health.

One of the best ways to deal with any disease is to identify it early. Therefore, we present to the attention of the strong half of humanity 15 signs and symptoms that may indicate the need to visit a doctor.

1. Problems urinating in men:

  • frequent urination, especially at night;
  • leakage, dripping urine, incontinence;
  • Difficulty urinating or weak urine stream.

Such symptoms can often be caused by an enlarged prostate gland, as well as prostate cancer.

2. Testicular changes

If you notice swelling, heaviness in the testicles, or any other changes in the testicles, do not put off a visit to the doctor. Unlike prostate cancer, which develops relatively slowly, testicular cancer can progress very quickly. In these cases, the doctor will perform a physical examination, blood tests, and an ultrasound of the groin.

3. Blood in urine or stool

This problem can be one of the first signs of bladder, kidney or colon cancer. Even in the absence of any other symptoms, you should consult a doctor. Such problems can be caused by hemorrhoids or urinary tract infection or cancer – in any case, it is necessary to find and eliminate their cause.

4. Skin changes

If you notice a change in the size, shape, or color of a mole or other spot on your skin, it may indicate that you have skin cancer. In this case, an examination and possibly a biopsy procedure will be required.

5. Lymph node changes

Swollen, small bean-shaped lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, and other parts of the body often signal something bad is going on in the body. Typically, these changes in the lymph nodes mean that the immune system is fighting a sore throat or a cold, but remember that some types of cancer also lead to changes in the lymph nodes.

6. Trouble swallowing

Everyone has a hard time swallowing, but if you continue to have difficulty swallowing and you lose weight or vomit, it could be a sign of throat or stomach cancer. In this case, the doctor will look at your throat and take an x-ray with barium.

7. Heartburn

In most cases, heartburn can be treated on its own, but if conventional methods do not help you cope with heartburn, you should consult a doctor, because heartburn can be a symptom of throat or stomach cancer.

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8. Changes in the oral cavity

Smokers and people who use chewing tobacco have an increased risk of developing oral cancer. It is necessary to pay attention to the appearance of white or red spots in the mouth and on the lips and, of course, consult a doctor.

9. Weight loss for no apparent reason

If you're not trying to lose weight through diet, exercise, and whatever else is available to you, but your pants are starting to come off, it could be a thyroid problem.
Although other factors can cause weight loss, it can be a symptom of pancreatic, stomach, or lung cancer. The doctor can learn more from blood tests and CT scans or PET scans.

10. Heat

While a fever most often occurs when your body is fighting an infection, persistent high fever for no apparent reason may indicate the presence of leukemia or another type of blood cancer.

11. Breast changes

Men tend to ignore any changes in their breasts, because breast cancer is most often considered a purely female disease. However, a very small percentage (1%) of breast cancer occurs in men. For the above reasons, this type of cancer is diagnosed later in them than in women. Therefore, it is better not to take risks: if you feel a lump in your chest, seek medical help.

12. Fatigue

Fatigue – this is a universal symptom that can indicate anything. However, constant fatigue that does not go away even after proper rest can be a sign of many diseases.

13. Cough

Coughing is not usually a symptom of cancer. However, it is worth remembering that a cough that does not pass through 3 – 4 weeks, accompanied by shortness of breath or expectoration of blood, in no case should you postpone a visit to the doctor. This cough is a typical symptom of lung cancer.

14. Pain

In the vast majority of cases, cancer is not the cause of the pain. However, if something hurts for more than a month, you should not endure the pain with clenched teeth. Remember that constant pain can signal the presence of different types of cancer, including those with metastases.

15. Abdominal pain and depression

This symptom is also quite rare, but still may indicate the presence of pancreatic cancer. Most likely, you have no reason to worry. However, if pancreatic cancer is hereditary in your family, you still need to go to the doctor.

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