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Symptoms Of Womb Cancer

Womb cancer is found in the lining or the wall of your womb. It is one of the most common cancers among women. Around 7000 women are diagnosed with this cancer every year. Of course, this cancer becomes more common when the woman reaches the threshold of 50. This cancer basically starts from the womb and goes on to the surrounding tissue and walks through your bloodstream too.

KNOW THE EARLY SIGNS OF BLOOD CANCER

Generally, there are two kinds of womb cancer: Endometrial and Ulterian. Endometrial is found to be the most common kind of womb cancer, while Ulterian is less common. There are various symptoms or signs that can make you realise you are suffering from this cancer.

In most cases, women are found to be in a denial mode. They normally feel that this cancer has to do with older people. Though they are right in most cases, this is not just a cancer for old. Even young woman can suffer from this cancer. Here are a few symptoms, if experienced, should be checked on for womb cancer. Make sure you don’t ignore any symptoms of womb cancer.

Sudden Weight Loss

Sudden Weight Loss

No weight loss can be sudden, can it? So, when you lose 10 pounds all of sudden, say in a month, without exercising or a change in diet, it is a situation where you need to be proactive. This could be a possible symptom or sign of womb cancer. So, visit a doctor and get it checked. It is always better to be safe than sorry.

Bloating Issues

Bloating Issues

There are times when you tend to feel full even when you have not eaten much. This is a possible symptom of womb cancer. If you feel bloating along with pelvic or abdominal pain, then you should consider this too. In case it just happens for a day, it is fine. But, if it happens over a week or so, you should consult a doctor and get it checked.

Changes in Breast

Changes in Breast

You know how your breasts behave. You may not really check on them regularly but you are aware of its shape and size and texture. There are times when the skin around your breast thickens and your breast becomes red with rashes. In some cases, you may experience inflammation along the breast. This is one of the several symptoms of womb cancer. Change in breast appearance can be a lead towards womb cancer.

Unusual Menstrual Bleeding

Unusual Menstrual Bleeding

You are in your periods and you bleed, it is fine! But, what about the premenopausal stage when you tend to bleed between periods? This is not normal. You need to ensure that there is nothing wrong with your system. In case the irregular bleeding persists, you should see the doctor as it could be a symptom for womb cancer.

Changes in Skin

Changes in Skin

If you ever want to know if you are suffering from skin cancer, then you should observe changes in the mole. You should even check for skin pigmentation. When you observe bleeding on your skin or face excessive scaling on the skin, then you could be suffering from womb cancer. Check with the doctor to diagnose the problem and get it cured.

Story first published: Friday, March 14, 2014, 16:56 [IST]
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