Women with advanced cancer often have troubling cancer symptoms. Physical symptoms usually depend on the specific type of cancer a woman has and where it has spread.
However, sometimes the signs and symptoms can be so common and unexpected that most women are ignoring.
According to the National Cancer Institute, the most common cancers in women are Skin cancer, Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Uterine Cancer, and Ovarian cancer.
As you probably know, cancer is one of the most silent diseases and it is often diagnosed when it reaches an advanced stage. Thus the importance of cancer awareness.
The goal of cancer awareness campaigns is to increase awareness and reduce the stigma linked to the symptoms of cancer and treatment. As a result, cancer cases are being diagnosed earlier at a stage when the cancer treatment is more effective.
Here are 15 Unexpected Cancer Symptoms Every Woman Should Know:
The first signs can be so common that some women might ignore them…
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1. Loss of appetite and weight loss
Women with advanced cancer usually become very thin. This may be because they find it difficult to eat and drink, or they have lost their appetite, even for the foods they used to love. This leads to malnutrition and weight loss. This is sign points to ovarian cancer; women who suffer from it say they have no appetite and cannot eat even when they have not eaten anything in a while.
The person with advanced cancer eventually loses a lot of muscle mass or has a great deal of muscular atrophy (cachexia), which makes it extremely thin. Near the end of life, body appliances and systems slow down and may not be able to digest food and water.
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2. Itching and Skin Disorders
It is possible that women with advanced cancer suffer from skin disorders such as dryness, itching or redness above the joints. The skin can become thin and very fragile. These problems can be caused by less consumption of liquids and food and weight loss.
In the other hand, cancer is considered as a bacterium for the body, that’s why the immune system will try to defend the body. This operation increases blood flow to the cancer area, resulting in a color change associated with itchy sensations and skin disorders…
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3. Nipple/Breast changes
This is another common sign for breast cancer. Breast bumps must always be monitored and it is always recommended to seek medical advice as soon as you spot an anomaly. Do not wait and ignore any unusual signs.
Certain surface changes, nipples that become inverted, flattened or turned laterally can be a sign of inflammatory breast cancer. The red or purple discoloration is also a concern.
Some women say they have noticed that the skin on one part of their breast is looking like cellulite, others that one of their breasts is swollen, hot or irritated.
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4. Dehydration
Someone with advanced cancer may not be able to drink enough fluids because they can not swallow or do not want to drink. This may lead to dehydration.
If a person can not drink enough fluids, they may be given other fluids in a vein (intravenous replacement) or in the tissue just under the skin (hypodermoclysis). This helps to lessen the symptoms of dehydration, such as confusion, nausea or agitation (in some cases).
It is important to talk about administering extra fluids to the person with advanced cancer. The decision to administer additional fluids in the presence of a palliative situation depends on many factors.
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5. Pelvic pain
Cramps, abdominal and pelvic pain often indicate ovarian cancer. Abdominal pain has also been linked to leukemia.
Pelvic pain can be a sign of many problems. In fact, as it frequently accompanies fibromyoma, ovarian cyst, and other reproductive tract disorders, the diagnosis of cancer is not necessarily considered by physicians.
It’s up to you to make sure yours conducts a thorough examination, as pelvic pain and cramps can accompany bloating, which is often a sign of ovarian cancer.
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6. Chronic fatigue
Fatigue is very common in women with advanced cancer. They often get tired very quickly and have less energy. They can be sleepy and less alert and active. Fatigue can greatly affect mood, appetite and overall quality of life. It is important to enjoy times when a person does not feel too tired to do important activities, such as visits and conversations.
Chronic fatigue and weakness are one of the most common symptoms of many cancers. A lot of women suffering from chronic fatigue discovered that they were actually suffering from leukemia.
If you are exhausted for no apparent reason, consult your doctor…
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7. Nausea and vomiting
Many people with advanced cancer may have chronic nausea and vomiting. Nausea and vomiting can be caused by painkillers, constipation, evolving cancer, blockage in the intestine or slowing of digestion. Nausea is often more important when a person is tired or anxious.
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8. Mouth disorders
It is possible for a person with advanced cancer to have a dry mouth or sore mouth and throat. These problems can occur if she breathes through the mouth, rather than through the nose, if she drinks less and receives certain types of treatment. If the immune system is weakened because of treatment or illness that is advanced, a person may have infections in the mouth. Good oral hygiene can help relieve mouth disorders.
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9. Constipation
Constipation is common in people with advanced cancer. Taking painkillers like opioids, eating less and drinking less and being less active can cause constipation.
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10. Difficulty breathing
Some people with advanced cancer may have difficulty breathing or breathlessness. It really scares them. Shortness of breath can be caused by:
However, sometimes the signs and symptoms can be so common and unexpected that most women are ignoring.
According to the National Cancer Institute, the most common cancers in women are Skin cancer, Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Uterine Cancer, and Ovarian cancer.
As you probably know, cancer is one of the most silent diseases and it is often diagnosed when it reaches an advanced stage. Thus the importance of cancer awareness.
The goal of cancer awareness campaigns is to increase awareness and reduce the stigma linked to the symptoms of cancer and treatment. As a result, cancer cases are being diagnosed earlier at a stage when the cancer treatment is more effective.
Here are 15 Unexpected Cancer Symptoms Every Woman Should Know:
The first signs can be so common that some women might ignore them…
Open Next Page To See More
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1. Loss of appetite and weight loss
Women with advanced cancer usually become very thin. This may be because they find it difficult to eat and drink, or they have lost their appetite, even for the foods they used to love. This leads to malnutrition and weight loss. This is sign points to ovarian cancer; women who suffer from it say they have no appetite and cannot eat even when they have not eaten anything in a while.
The person with advanced cancer eventually loses a lot of muscle mass or has a great deal of muscular atrophy (cachexia), which makes it extremely thin. Near the end of life, body appliances and systems slow down and may not be able to digest food and water.
Open Next Page To See More
>
2. Itching and Skin Disorders
It is possible that women with advanced cancer suffer from skin disorders such as dryness, itching or redness above the joints. The skin can become thin and very fragile. These problems can be caused by less consumption of liquids and food and weight loss.
In the other hand, cancer is considered as a bacterium for the body, that’s why the immune system will try to defend the body. This operation increases blood flow to the cancer area, resulting in a color change associated with itchy sensations and skin disorders…
>
3. Nipple/Breast changes
This is another common sign for breast cancer. Breast bumps must always be monitored and it is always recommended to seek medical advice as soon as you spot an anomaly. Do not wait and ignore any unusual signs.
Certain surface changes, nipples that become inverted, flattened or turned laterally can be a sign of inflammatory breast cancer. The red or purple discoloration is also a concern.
Some women say they have noticed that the skin on one part of their breast is looking like cellulite, others that one of their breasts is swollen, hot or irritated.
Open Next Page To See More
>
4. Dehydration
Someone with advanced cancer may not be able to drink enough fluids because they can not swallow or do not want to drink. This may lead to dehydration.
If a person can not drink enough fluids, they may be given other fluids in a vein (intravenous replacement) or in the tissue just under the skin (hypodermoclysis). This helps to lessen the symptoms of dehydration, such as confusion, nausea or agitation (in some cases).
It is important to talk about administering extra fluids to the person with advanced cancer. The decision to administer additional fluids in the presence of a palliative situation depends on many factors.
Open Next Page To See More
>
5. Pelvic pain
Cramps, abdominal and pelvic pain often indicate ovarian cancer. Abdominal pain has also been linked to leukemia.
Pelvic pain can be a sign of many problems. In fact, as it frequently accompanies fibromyoma, ovarian cyst, and other reproductive tract disorders, the diagnosis of cancer is not necessarily considered by physicians.
It’s up to you to make sure yours conducts a thorough examination, as pelvic pain and cramps can accompany bloating, which is often a sign of ovarian cancer.
Open Next Page To See More
>
6. Chronic fatigue
Fatigue is very common in women with advanced cancer. They often get tired very quickly and have less energy. They can be sleepy and less alert and active. Fatigue can greatly affect mood, appetite and overall quality of life. It is important to enjoy times when a person does not feel too tired to do important activities, such as visits and conversations.
Chronic fatigue and weakness are one of the most common symptoms of many cancers. A lot of women suffering from chronic fatigue discovered that they were actually suffering from leukemia.
If you are exhausted for no apparent reason, consult your doctor…
Open Next Page To See More
>
7. Nausea and vomiting
Many people with advanced cancer may have chronic nausea and vomiting. Nausea and vomiting can be caused by painkillers, constipation, evolving cancer, blockage in the intestine or slowing of digestion. Nausea is often more important when a person is tired or anxious.
Open Next Page To See More
>
8. Mouth disorders
It is possible for a person with advanced cancer to have a dry mouth or sore mouth and throat. These problems can occur if she breathes through the mouth, rather than through the nose, if she drinks less and receives certain types of treatment. If the immune system is weakened because of treatment or illness that is advanced, a person may have infections in the mouth. Good oral hygiene can help relieve mouth disorders.
Open Next Page To See More
>
9. Constipation
Constipation is common in people with advanced cancer. Taking painkillers like opioids, eating less and drinking less and being less active can cause constipation.
Open Next Page To See More
>
10. Difficulty breathing
Some people with advanced cancer may have difficulty breathing or breathlessness. It really scares them. Shortness of breath can be caused by:
- the cancer
- accumulation of fluid in the lungs (pleural effusion)
- anemia
- accumulation of fluid around the heart (pericardial effusion)
- a lung infection (pneumonia)
- sits on your side or has pillows under your head and back
- follows oxygen therapy
- uses a humidifier or fan
- do relaxation and breathing exercises
- take medication
