Malignant tumors can arise anywhere in the body – and manifest themselves in different ways. Some warning signs may occur just at dinner time.
According to the current state of research, there are around 300 different types of cancer. They differ greatly in their causes, symptoms and course. However, the following applies to everyone: the earlier the cancer is detected, the better the chances of recovery.
The tricky thing about cancer is that sometimes the disease has no symptoms or the signs are misunderstood or even overlooked. It is therefore important to be aware of the most common symptoms.
The British cancer charity Macmillan Cancer Support is campaigning for more information and is currently pointing out that certain cancer warning signs can be observed particularly when eating. Dinner in particular is an important time to watch out for unusual symptoms. According to the experts, these mainly include these three warning signals:
These symptoms, if they occur more frequently or last for a long time, may indicate various cancers, including stomach cancer, peritoneal cancer, or colon cancer. If you constantly suffer from a bloated or swollen stomach, it could also be a sign of ovarian or fallopian tube cancer, according to the cancer charity.
The experts at Macmillan Cancer Support emphasize that changes in stools should also be checked by a doctor if they persist for more than three weeks. Symptoms that should be taken seriously include:
Stomach and intestinal problems are often underestimated. Many people suspect that this is caused by too much stress, heavy eating or an intolerance. Such symptoms can also occur in other, benign intestinal diseases. Ultimately, however, they should always be clarified with the help of examinations such as a stool test or a colonoscopy.