Tuesday, October 09, 2007

Know the 10 warning signals

1. A sore that does not heal, changed color, ulcerates or bleeds.

2. Unusual bleeding or discharge from any opening in the body, example, blood in the urine, stool, frequent or heavy menstruation.

3. A lump or swelling that has progressively enlarged which may or may not be associated with pain.

4. Indigestion or difficulty in swallowing.

5. Change in bowel or bladder habits consistently for a duration of 2-3 months.

6. Obvious change in in size or texture in a wart or mole.

7. Non smokers' cough or hoarseness of voice that persist for more than 2 weeks. Smokers' cough that becomes intense.

8. Unexplained tiredness and /or weight loss of 10% or more within a period of 3-6 months.

9. Persistent pain or discomfort in the abdomen.

10. Unexplained fever.

EARLY DETECTION OF CANCER CAN SAVE LIVES! REDUCE CANCER RISK, ADOPT A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

2 comments:

Simple American said...

Thanks Jane.

myfivesen said...

Here's a thread from LYN, http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/493098

Hong Leong Assurance and TM Asia Life oso hv policies for cancer coverage, not to mention other companies offering policies for women specific conditions.

Take care.