Al-Marsad newspaper: The Mayo Clinic revealed that a lump, or an area of thickness that can be “feeled” under the skin, is a “general” sign of cancer that you should look for.
He added that “persistent lumps or swelling in any part of your body should be taken very seriously,” says Cancer Research UK, according to the Daily Express.
This includes any lumps in the neck, armpit, stomach, groin, chest, breast, or testicle.
Types of cancer associated with swelling
Lumps are associated with a number of cancers. According to the NHS, swelling in the side of the neck, armpit or groin that does not go down could indicate non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, a type of cancer that develops in the lymphatic system.
The NHS warns that a breast lump could be a sign of something as serious as breast cancer. Lumps in the testicles could be a sign of testicular cancer.
General signs of cancer include:
Fatigue.
Weight changes, including unintended loss or gain.
Changes in the skin, such as yellowing, darkening or redness of the skin, sores that do not heal, or changes in existing moles.
Changes in bowel or bladder habits.
Persistent cough or difficulty breathing.
– Difficulty swallowing.
– Hoarseness.
Persistent indigestion or discomfort after eating.
Persistent, unexplained muscle or joint pain.
Persistent and unexplained fever or night sweats.
Unexplained bleeding or bruising.
Research shows that things like stopping smoking and maintaining a healthy weight can reduce your risk of cancer.