Rising cancer Cases

- cancer cases are increasing rapidly across india and worldwide.

- More than 1.5 million new cancer cases are reported in india each year.

- Many patients are diagnosed at late stages, making treatment harder.

- Younger age groups are also being affected more than before.

- Early awareness and timely testing can significantly improve survival rates.

Why Early Signs Are Missed

- Early cancer symptoms are often mild and unclear.

- Many signs look like common problems, such as acidity, stress, or weakness.

- Internal cancers (like stomach or chest cancers) may grow silently at first.

- people tend to delay checkups, hoping symptoms will go away.

- Self-medication and internet remedies often postpone diagnosis.

- Doctors say a delay in testing is one of the biggest risk factors.

Symptom 1: Unexplained Weight Loss

- Sudden weight loss without dieting or exercise is a warning sign.

- Losing more than 4–5 kg unintentionally needs medical attention.

- It may be linked to digestive, lung, or blood-related cancers.

- Often ignored as stress or poor eating habits.

- If weight keeps dropping for weeks, get evaluated.

Symptom 2: Persistent Lump or Swelling

- Any lump in the breast, neck, armpit, or groin should be checked.

- Swelling that does not reduce after 2–3 weeks is suspicious.

- Painless lumps are more likely to be ignored — but risky.

- Not every lump is cancer, but every persistent lump needs testing.

- Early scans and biopsies can rule out danger.

Symptom 3: Abnormal Bleeding

- Blood in urine, stool, cough, or saliva is never normal.

- Unusual vaginal bleeding between cycles or after menopause is serious.

- Rectal bleeding is often mistaken for piles — don’t assume.

- Even small repeated bleeding episodes need medical review.

When to See a Doctor

- Any unexplained symptom lasting more than 2–3 weeks.

- Fatigue, appetite loss, or long-term indigestion with no clear cause.

- Early consultation can save lives and reduce treatment burden.

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