Cancer symptoms may vary depending on the type of cancer. There are however some general symptoms that all cancer patients may manifest or experience regardless of the type of cancer that they may be suffering from. One such symptom is persistent fatigue. Fatigue is experienced by all patients especially in the advanced stages although in some cases it may occur in the early stages depending on which type it is. When someone experiences persistent fatigue, he or she should immediately see a physician because it is usually a sign of both malignant and benign conditions.
Weight loss is a symptom of many diseases but could also be a cancer symptom. This can occur with or without losing appetite and therefore precautionary check by a doctor may be good. Pain is not an early sign of cancer but it occurs when the cancer spreads and begins to affect areas such as the bones and the nerves. People suffering from ovarian and colon cancer experience lower back pains while shoulder pains could be a sign of lung cancer. Headaches may be a sign of a brain tumor. Stomach pains are associated with stomach and pancreatic cancer.
Persistent fever or fever that comes and goes could be a sign that the immune system is affected. Fever is also a cancer symptom associated with leukemia and lymphoma, the two types of cancer that affect blood. When one experiences diarrhea, blood in the stool and constipation, it is crucial to see a physician. Usually such changes in the bowel are associated with colon cancer. A persistent chronic cough with blood or mucus may be a symptom of lung cancer and it is therefore prudent to see a doctor immediately.
It is important to note that the above are just general symptoms and therefore when a person experiences any of them should not straight away conclude that it is cancer. It is however advisable that you seek medical advise immediately.
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