World Cancer Day 2022 focuses on the importance of looking at early warning signs of Cancer. Checking for symptoms and having regular checkups are important steps in the fight against Cancer.
Warning signs of Cancer you must keep an eye on
- World Cancer Day 2022 focuses on the importance of looking at early warning signs of Cancer. Checking for symptoms and having regular checkups are important steps in the fight against Cancer.
- What is Cancer?
- Risk Factors for Cancer
- Cancer Types
- Cancer Types by Gender
- Certain cancers are more common in women, such as:
- For men, the most common cancers include:
- People inherit genes from relatives which make them more likely to develop certain cancers, such as:
- Early Warning Signs
- The fight against Cancer
- World Cancer Day is a great day to stop, think about and take action to improve your lifestyle.
- Conclusion
What is Cancer?
Cancer is a word used to define any kind of disease where living cells in your body are damaged, killed or replaced by other cells. It is a broad term used to describe several different diseases.
Cancer affects millions of people worldwide every year. It is estimated that there are 8.4 million new cases diagnosed each year. Each year, 595,000 people die due to Cancer. While Cancer is more common in developed countries, it can affect anyone, and in developing countries, it is a growing health problem.
Both men and women have Cancer. However, men are more likely to develop Cancer than women.
Risk Factors for Cancer
While there is no simple cause of Cancer, risk factors can be identified that can increase a person’s chance of developing Cancer.
- Person Nationality Gender
- Smoking
- Alcohol
- Obesity
- Diet
Some types of Cancer are linked to lifestyle choices such as smoking and alcohol consumption.
Cancer Types
Within Cancer, there are several different types. The most common types of Cancer are:
- Breast
- Lung
- Skin
- Prostate
- Stomach
- Blood
Cancer Types by Gender
Cancer in men and women differ.
Certain cancers are more common in women, such as:
- Breast
- Lung
- Stomach
- Colorectal
- Cervix
- Urethral
- Ovarian
- Blood
For men, the most common cancers include:
- Prostate
- Lung
- Skin
- Testicular
- Cervical
- Rectal
- Mental health
Mental health and a person’s risk of Cancer are also linked. Research has shown that people who suffer from mental health problems have a higher chance of developing Cancer.
People who have suffered from mental health problems are more likely to have poorer mental health, low social support and lower levels of education.
Genetic Risk
People inherit genes from relatives which make them more likely to develop certain cancers, such as:
- Prostate
- Breast
- Skin
- Testicular
- Familial Cancer
If you have a family history of Cancer, you may be more likely to develop Cancer. The earlier you detect Cancer, the better the chances are of successfully treating and curing it.
Early Warning Signs
While several different signs may indicate the presence of Cancer, several main signs indicate that you may require further investigation.
- Increased Malaise
- A feeling of general discomfort or illness. This feeling may build up over time or maybe suddenly.
- Changes in General Appearance
- Changes to the general appearance of your skin, such as:
- Swollen, red or dry skin
- Rashes
- White patches
- Sweating
- Bleeding
- Tiredness
- Loss of weight
- Changes in Sexual Function
- Changes in sexual function such as:
- Loss of libido
- No desire
- Difficulty getting erect
- Unusual discharge
- Frequent or prolonged orgasms
If you are experiencing any of these signs, it is important to seek medical advice as soon as possible. Early detection is crucial when it comes to beating Cancer.
World Cancer Day is an annual event established in 2005 to celebrate the fact that more cancer-preventable deaths had been prevented over the previous 4 years. World Cancer Day aims to raise awareness of cancer prevention, screening, and treatment.
However, whether you are new to the field of Cancer or someone who is just generally interested in medical-related stuff, there are things here for you.
The fight against Cancer
When looking at Cancer, what usually comes to mind is meat and Fighters. Not anymore. Today, Cancer is seen as more of a lifestyle choice. People of all ages and backgrounds choose to eat unhealthy diets, putting them at risk of certain cancers.
One of the main causes of Cancer is smoking. A large number of people choose to start smoking at a young age. This is one of the main reasons cancer rates are so high in younger people.
Other causes include a lack of physical activity and stress. It is becoming clearer that in today’s fast-paced world, people do not have enough time for themselves. When people are stressed or feel pressured, they often turn to alcohol or drugs to cope. Over time, these coping methods hurt a person’s overall health and cause develop Cancer.
As mentioned earlier, smoking is one of the biggest causes of Cancer. The fight against Cancer includes several different ways.
World Cancer Day is a great day to stop, think about and take action to improve your lifestyle.
- First, stop smoking.
- Second, start exercising more.
- Third, spend more time with your friends and family.
- Fourth, reduce (or stop completely) your use of plastic bottles and plastic containers.
- Fifth, if you can, do not smoke.
- Sixth, if you feel you are at risk of developing Cancer, do what you can to avoid that situation.
- Seventh, if you have been exposed to cancer-causing substances, do what you can to remove them from your body.
- Eighth, if Cancer develops, get as much information as you can.
- Ninth, if you are in remission from Cancer, do everything you can to keep it that way.
- Tenth, be there for others.
- Eleventh, if someone you know is diagnosed with Cancer, be there for them.
- Twelfth, if a loved one passes away because of Cancer, be there.
Conclusion
World Cancer Day is a great opportunity to take action. By stopping smoking, starting to exercise more, spending more time with family and friends, reducing your usage of plastic bottles and plastic containers, avoiding Cancer-causing substances, getting all the information you can about Cancer, being in remission from Cancer, being there for others, if Cancer does develop, getting rid Cancer-causing substances, and support a loved one who is diagnosed with Cancer.
