Transcript Stress Solutions

We all lead busy lives and whilst taking
time to visit the doctor may seem
inconvenient, there are some things that
we just NEED to make time for and our
health is one of them.
CANCER
AWARENESS
Being aware of your body and what is normal for you
is so important. If you know what is normal for you, it
is easier to spot when something’s different.
Quite often we may notice something different about
ourselves but not think much of it. This often happens
as we get older, we expect our bodies to start
behaving differently.
Don’t be tempted to just put something down to
getting older without seeing a doctor first. Let them
know what you have noticed, even if you aren’t overly
concerned about it. The chances are that it is nothing
to worry about, but it’s better to be safe.
For further advice and information contact your GP surgery.
Being aware of the signs and symptoms of cancer is
really important, as is knowing your body.
Finding cancer at an early stage often makes treatment
easier and the likelihood of success much better.
Finding cancer sooner rather than later really can
make a difference.
CANCER – Signs and Symptoms
An unusual lump or swelling anywhere on your body
A change in the size, shape or colour of a mole
A sore throat that won’t heal after several weeks
A mouth or tongue ulcer that lasts longer than 3 weeks
A cough or croaky voice that lasts longer than 3 weeks
Persistent difficulty in swallowing or indigestion
Problems passing urine
Blood in your urine
Blood in your bowel motions
A change to more frequent bowel motions that lasts longer than 6 weeks
Unexplained weight loss or heavy night sweats
An unexplained pain or ache that lasts longer than 4 weeks
An unusual breast change
Bleeding from the vagina after the menopause or between periods
If you develop any of the symptoms on this list, it doesn’t definitely mean you have cancer – usually it
will turn out to be something much less serious, but it is important to get yourself checked out.
Your GP will be keen to see you if you develop any of these symptoms.