Symptoms of Cancer that Many Ignore

Many people ignore these symptoms because they feel that this is something that is not so serious. But if it happens to you on a regular basis, it can be a symptom of cancer…

Acid reflux that lasts three weeks or longer, and bothers you on a daily basis, can be one of the first signs of cancer…

This is published as part of the British campaign to promote awareness about cancer, says Mirror.

Research commissioned by the British Department of Public Health, found that only 55% of people see a doctor in case of weeks of acid reflux, and these problems can often be a sign of esophagus or stomach cancer.
Early diagnosis of this type of cancer is very important and increases the likelihood of successful treatment. About 67% of people who are diagnosed at an early stage live for at least another five years, but the figure drops to only three per cent of those where the disease is diagnosed at a late stage.
The survey conducted on 1,046 people showed that 59 percent of respondents did not know that acid reflux can be a symptom of cancer, and only 15% said they were sure that it is a symptom of cancer.
Another symptom that was highlighted during the campaign was difficulty in swallowing food.
The survey found that 70% of people do not know that if someone has a problem swallowing food, it can be a sign of cancer; while 13% were sure that it is a symptom