Our cells normally follow a tightly controlled life cycle. When environmental and genetic factors disrupt this regulation and control, cells begin to multiply uncontrollably, and this forms the basis of cancer.
Symptoms
Cancer symptoms vary depending on the tissue and organ involved. As a general rule, patients with the following signs should see a doctor without delay.
- Fatigue and weakness
- Signs of anemia (pale skin)
- Unexplained weight loss
- Advanced age
- A family history of cancer or a previous cancer diagnosis in the patient
- Patients with a history of smoking
- Changes in bowel habits (constipation or very thin stools)
- Night sweats
- Confusion and double vision
- A feeling of food sticking in the esophagus when swallowing
- In men, difficulty starting urination or a split urine stream
- In women, roughening (orange-peel appearance) or dimpling of the breast skin, or a palpable lump
- Vaginal bleeding in a postmenopausal woman
Cancer Treatment
The approach to cancer has come a long way, and new targeted drugs have begun to deliver encouraging results. Surgery is also performed depending on the location of the cancer and whether it is suitable for surgery. Radiotherapy (radiation therapy) is another approach.
The information on our website is not intended to direct individuals to any treatment. Do not take any diagnostic or treatment steps without consulting your doctor. The content does not contain information about İzmir Can Hastanesi's therapeutic healthcare services.
