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Do you know the signs of ovarian cancer? The symptoms of ovarian cancer can be very vague, particularly when the disease is in its early stages. Symptoms of ovarian cancer include frequently having: • a swollen tummy or feeling bloated • pain or tenderness in your tummy or the area between the hips (pelvis) • no appetite or feeling full quickly after eating • an urgent need to pee or needing to pee more often Other symptoms of ovarian cancer can include: • indigestion • constipation or diarrhoea • back pain • feeling tired all the time • losing weight without trying • bleeding from the vagina after the menopause If something doesn’t feel right, or it’s been going on for a while, let your GP know. It’s probably nothing serious, but finding cancer early saves lives: https://bit.ly/3MV2Fcq Manchester Women Together is always here for you to share and talk about our health: https://lnkd.in/gcSCzZue #GMOvarianCancer #earlyprevention #womenhealth

Sharing to spread awareness, please read and then share far and wide amongst your friends if possible. Please spread the awareness. If you do get a IBS diagnosis, just ask for a CA125 blood test to rule out ovarian cancer, catching it early is key. Ovarian cancer symptoms- If ovarian cancer symptoms are identified and the cancer is diagnosed at an early stage, more treatment options are available and the prognosis is more optimistic. However, because some of the symptoms of ovarian cancer are often the same as for other less serious conditions, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS), it can be difficult to recognise the symptoms in the early stages. There are five main ovarian cancer symptoms: 1. Increased abdominal size and persistent bloating (not bloating that comes and goes) 2. Persistent pelvic and abdominal pain 3. Unexplained change in bowel habits Difficulty eating and feeling full quickly, or feeling nauseous 4. Needing to urinate (wee) more regularly 5. Other symptoms, such as back pain, fatigue, weight loss and pain during sex may also be present. However, it is possible that these are not symptoms of ovarian cancer but may be the result of other conditions.

Do you know - Which is the deadliest cancer? Lung cancer is responsible for about 25% of all cancer deaths. That’s why Lung Cancer Awareness Month is so important—it’s a chance to spread the word on prevention, early detection, and support. As a provider of #LungsinAction classes, a community-based program for patients with chronic pulmonary conditions, including lung cancer, I know first-hand the impact of this condition. Lung cancer often shows no symptoms until advanced stages, and about 40% of cases are diagnosed late. Common symptoms to watch for include: - Persistent cough that won’t go away - Chest pain that worsens with deep breathing or coughing - Frequent respiratory infections, like bronchitis or pneumonia - Shortness of breath or wheezing - Unexplained weight loss or fatigue If you or a loved one is experiencing any of these symptoms, consider scheduling a screening with your healthcare provider. The earlier, the better! #ShineALight @LungFoundation #LungCancerAwareness #LungHealth #EarlyDetection #SmokingCessation #CancerSupport #CancerResearch #BreatheEasy"

Explore the intricate link between smoking and lung cancer in our latest blog. Gain valuable insights into this critical health issue. Stay informed and raise awareness! #AmericanOncologyInstitute #AOICancerCare #WeJourneyWithYou #LungCancer #LungHealth #SmokingAwareness

The American Cancer Society estimates that there will be over 54,000 new oral cancer cases just in 2024. In recent decades, the survival rate of these cancers has risen considerably, and early detection is a huge part of that. That's why we're using Oral Cancer Awareness month to educate our patients about oral cancer's symptoms and risk factors. There are unavoidable risk factors: men are twice as prone to oral cancer as women and it affects people over the age of 45 much more. 👨👩 Preventative care and early detection are especially important for people in these categories. Other risk factors can be controlled. By far the biggest is any kind of tobacco use. As much as 85% of oral cancer is linked to tobacco. Frequent and heavy alcohol consumption is another risk factor that can be avoided, as is too much sun exposure (which can lead to lip cancer), HPV, and not prioritizing oral hygiene habits. 🦷 Symptoms of oral cancer include persistent lip or mouth sores that don't heal, odd lumps on the lip, mouth, throat, or neck, strange thickness in the cheek, numbness in the tongue or mouth, red or white patches inside the mouth, difficulty chewing or swallowing, a sensation like something is stuck in the throat, and even chronic bad breath. The dentist will often spot the signs before anyone else! 👩⚕️👨⚕️ #OralCancerAwarenessMonth #OralCancer #SignsOfOralCancer

I saw a patient who presented with low back pain. I checked her urine sample which showed a small amount of blood and she was given some antibiotics for a presumed urine infection. I saw her again 2 weeks later to check that the blood in her urine had resolved, however, it was still present. I referred her for a scan and it showed a small kidney cancer. What are the kidneys? The kidneys are two bean-shaped organs, each about the size of a fist. They’re located behind the abdominal organs, with one kidney on each side of the spine. The number of kidney cancers diagnosed each year seems to be increasing. One reason for this may be the fact that imaging techniques such as MRI and CT scans are being used more often. These tests may lead to the incidental discovery of more kidney cancers. Symptoms of kidney cancer Kidney cancer doesn’t usually cause symptoms at first. In time, signs and symptoms may develop, including: •Blood in the urine (which may not be visible to the naked eye but picked up on urine dipstick testing). •Pain in the side or back that doesn’t go away •Unexplained weight loss Health screening and acting on symptoms that are not improving are two ways to pick up cancers early. 1 in 2 of us will get cancer in our lifetime. #earlydetectionsavealives #healthscreening #cancerswareness #cancereducation

November is lung cancer awareness month – a time to remind ourselves, and others, of the signs & symptoms of the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. So, here’s an aide memoire, summarising the WHO’s key information you need to know about lung cancer: 💡 Lung cancer caused an estimated 1.8 million deaths worldwide in 2020. 💡 Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer, responsible for approximately 85% of all cases. 💡 Lung cancer is often diagnosed at advanced stages when treatment options are limited. 💡 Screening high risk individuals has the potential to allow early detection and to dramatically improve survival rates. 💡 Stopping smoking, and exposure to environmental risk factors) can reduce the incidence of lung cancer and save lives.   The most common lung cancer symptoms include: ⭕ Cough that does not go away. ⭕ Chest pain. ⭕ Shortness of breath. ⭕ Coughing up blood (haemoptysis). ⭕ Lung infections that keep coming back.   Treatments for lung cancer are based on the type of cancer, how much it has spread, and the person’s medical history. Early detection of lung cancer can lead to better treatments and outcomes. Treatments include: ✅ Surgery. ✅ Radiotherapy. ✅ Chemotherapy. ✅ Immunotherapy.   Not smoking tobacco is the best way to prevent lung cancer. Other risk factors to avoid include: ✅ Second-hand smoke. ✅ Air pollution. ✅ Workplace hazards like chemicals and asbestos.   Learn more about lung cancer ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gQupEBPQ #lungCancerAwarenessMonth #lungCancer #cancer #healthcare #onlineLearning #professionalDevelopment

The American Cancer Society estimates that there will be over 54,000 new oral cancer cases just in 2024. In recent decades, the survival rate of these cancers has risen considerably, and early detection is a huge part of that. That's why we're using Oral Cancer Awareness month to educate our patients about oral cancer's symptoms and risk factors. There are unavoidable risk factors: men are twice as prone to oral cancer as women and it affects people over the age of 45 much more. 👨👩 Preventative care and early detection are especially important for people in these categories. Other risk factors can be controlled. By far the biggest is any kind of tobacco use. As much as 85% of oral cancer is linked to tobacco. Frequent and heavy alcohol consumption is another risk factor that can be avoided, as is too much sun exposure (which can lead to lip cancer), HPV, and not prioritizing oral hygiene habits. 🦷 Symptoms of oral cancer include persistent lip or mouth sores that don't heal, odd lumps on the lip, mouth, throat, or neck, strange thickness in the cheek, numbness in the tongue or mouth, red or white patches inside the mouth, difficulty chewing or swallowing, a sensation like something is stuck in the throat, and even chronic bad breath. The dentist will often spot the signs before anyone else! 👩⚕️👨⚕️ #OralCancerAwarenessMonth #OralCancer #SignsOfOralCancer

The last day of #BladderCancerMonth24 also marks the #WorldNoTobaccoDay and there is a big connection to be made here, that many are not aware of. Smoking is the leading cause of bladder cancer, and today I'd like to leave you with two facts: ❗ It is estimated that smoking causes about 50% of all bladder cancers. ❗ Persons who smoke may be up to 4 times more likely to develop bladder cancer than non-smokers. More than 7,000 different chemicals are in tobacco and tobacco smoke — more than 70 of them are known to cause cancer. Tobacco smoking has been recognised as the strongest risk factor for bladder cancer and other types of cancers. It is best not to start tobacco smoking altogether, but it is never too late to quit. You can ask your doctor about smoking cessation support. If you'd like to learn more, visit World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition website: https://lnkd.in/eETZ4mrt

Prevention is critical in the fight against lung cancer and so such awareness campaigns ensure that the message to quit smoking remains in the public consciousness. Well done eintegrity for sharing this. #ihsnheakthcare #lungcancer #questprehab #chinahealth #nhs