My aunt died of oral cancer. She used to eat betel
leaves along with tobacco leaves. Despite everyone's prohibition - she tried
repeatedly herself, but could not quit - because she became addicted.
Burning sensation in various parts of the mouth while
eating, slight pain in the teeth - we have a habit of dismissing such problems
as minor.
However, when we have time - we do not think that
something big can happen from these minor things! When time passes and we get
into trouble, we hit our heads.
Some small habits in daily life push people towards
the deadly disease called 'cancer'. If you give up some habits and become
aware, you can get rid of this deadly disease. To lead a healthy life -
you have to think about common problems.
In the early stages, cancer has no symptoms. Suddenly,
one day, the bad news is revealed through tests and examinations from a small
symptom. That's when we regret why we didn't seek medical attention earlier.
Therefore, everyone needs to know what the risk of
cancer is and what symptoms we should be aware of - if it appears.
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How to know if you have cancer? The doctor said -
A major change in daily bowel habits, some days loose
stools and some days constipation, blood in the stool, feeling a lump in the
stomach can be the initial symptoms of digestive system cancer.
Sudden weight loss, sudden high acidity, loss of
appetite or vomiting are also important to seek medical advice.
Whether there is a risk or not, some symptoms should
not be ignored. For example: sudden weight loss, sudden anemia, sudden severe
loss of appetite after forty, feeling a lump or grain in the breast or anywhere,
long-term sores inside the mouth, cough for more than a month, blood with
phlegm, sudden change in voice, blood in the stool, black stool, etc. - some
such symptoms are always suspicious. In these cases, it is necessary to
identify the problem without delay.
Medical
oncologists say -
a. Those
who smoke or drink alcohol will know that these are responsible for 60 percent
of cancers.
b. Harmful
eating habits are the cause of 30 percent of cancers. These include excess red
meat and animal fat (but fish oil is better). Processed foods, smoked foods,
foods that are smoked. Excess sugar and salt or high-calorie foods, moldy
foods, excessive arsenic-containing water, etc.
c. Excess
weight, sedentary lifestyle.
d. Long-term
infection with infectious diseases - such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C and human
papillomavirus and AIDS virus, Helicobacter pylori, etc. increases the risk of
cancer.
e. Early
marriage of women, frequent childbirth.
f. Alcohol
consumption.
g. Long-term
exposure to the sun.
h. Frequent
unnecessary X-rays.
i. Having
a family history of cancer, especially breast or colon cancer.
j. Increasing
age.
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What to do to prevent cancer --
It is important to know how risky you are for cancer.
There are no signs or symptoms of cancer, but people at risk should get various
tests done from time to time. This often detects the disease before it becomes
complicated.
For example: --
a. Cervical
cancer screening for women - a successful example of cancer prevention. Pap
tests and Pap tests should be done every three years from the age of three
after marriage (not before the age of 21) until the age of 64.
b. Learn
to examine your breasts yourself from the age of twenty. Get checked by a
doctor once every three years from the age of 20 to 39 and once a year after
the age of 40.
c. Men
aged 15-45 should examine their testicles themselves every month while bathing.
d. Check
your mouth and oral cavity with a mirror once a month while brushing your
teeth.
e. Get
your mouth examined by a dentist twice a year.
f. Check
yourself if you have moles or warts anywhere on your body.
g. If
you are over fifty years old, consult a doctor for colon cancer.
# Cancer experts
explain about family awareness in cancer prevention ---
1) There
is no substitute for personal awareness in cancer prevention. However, the
importance of being aware as a family is also immense. Many types of cancer can
be prevented through family awareness.
2) Smoking
should be avoided, especially in the home environment or in family or friends'
gatherings. If there are small children or pregnant women in the family,
smoking should not be done near them. It should be remembered that indirect
smoking increases the risk of lung, breast, throat, kidney, stomach cancer,
blood cancer in children, and brain tumors.
3) Hepatitis
B and C viruses are one of the causes of liver cancer. If one of the husband or
wife is positive for hepatitis B or C, the other must be tested. If the
hepatitis B vaccine has not been taken, everyone in the family should take it
after consulting a doctor.
4) Child
marriage increases the risk of cervical cancer. So say 'no' to child marriage.
5) Human
papillomavirus is one of the causes of cervical cancer. It is also the cause of
oral and anal cancer. This virus is transmitted due to unsafe sex, polygamy,
etc. Therefore, practicing family values is important. Give HPV vaccination
to girls.
6) If
a close relative has breast, ovarian or colon cancer, the risk of it increases
genetically. In this case, get regular screening as per the doctor's advice.
7) Many
small symptoms of an elderly family member are ignored. Such as stomach pain or
gas, constipation or diarrhea, long-term cough, loss of appetite, weight loss,
body or bone pain, etc. These are considered symptoms of old age-related
danger.
8) Many
small symptoms of the elderly family member are ignored. Such as stomach ache
or gas, constipation or diarrhea, long-term cough, loss of appetite, weight
loss, body or bone pain, etc. These problems are considered symptoms of old
age. But these can also be signs of cancer. So, if these symptoms appear,
consult a doctor without delay.
9) Women
keep many important symptoms secret. They do this due to shame or negligence.
In many cases, it is seen that due to these reasons, women are diagnosed with
cancer at the very last stage. For the same reason, they are deprived of timely
treatment in case of any other disease. Therefore, an environment should be
ensured so that the female member of the family can freely talk about all her problems.
10) Develop healthy eating habits in the
family. More colorful vegetables, fresh fruits, fibrous foods are helpful in
preventing cancer. Include milk or milk-based foods in the diet. Eat sea fish
and walnuts. Weight control plays a special role in maintaining good health.
To Lead a healthy life - you must aware.
