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Keys to detect cancer in time
The body is made up of millions of cells that multiply and differentiate during the day, this being the process where cancer originates.
This summary can occur in any part of the body, internally or externally, being a serious health problem if it is not detected in time. Depending on the type of cancer, you will have a greater or lesser predisposition according to sex, age and race.
Luckily, thanks to scientific progress in the field of medicine, new studies have been created to detect its origin and extension.
Even so, such studies represent a huge economic expense, becoming an important restriction that can have serious consequences. In that sense, it is more convenient to know how to detect the disease in time before succumbing to adversity.
Risk factors that have a direct impact on the appearance of cancer
As mentioned, cancer occurs due to an alteration during cell replication. It is conditioned by various factors ranging from the intrinsic and extrinsic.
Heredity plays a very important role in the disease. Well, if direct family members suffered from it in their ancestry, there is a high percentage that we can present it.
In this context, direct relatives are defined as mother, father, siblings, and maternal or paternal grandparents.
Another aspect under consideration is the quality of life. Basically, excessive stress, insomnia, alcohol, tobacco, or microwaved food represent a constant danger, even if they don't seem like it.
Sun exposure is also implicated in the appearance of skin carcinoma, being more prevalent in the white race than in the African American. In women, breast cancer as well as cervical cancer are the most frequent, and those that induce mortality.
The appearance of spots or moles in any part of the body is of great value to take into account, as they are collectively malignant.
As a curious fact, a transcendental particularity that few specialists address is the state of mind. Recently, it has been shown that a depressed or anxious person is more likely to develop cancer.
Can the appearance of cancer be prevented?
Many measures can be chosen in daily life that will benefit not only to reduce the appearance of the pathology, but also to feel better. These range from changing eating habits, to improving mood and exercising more frequently.
In turn, the WHO (World Health Organization) recommends exercising periodically, between 30 to 45 minutes 3 times a week.
Eating more fruits, vegetables, reducing red meat, processed foods, canned meats, sausages and junk food will reduce the appearance of cancer.
Scientifically, it is proven that the happiest people who practice laughter therapy have a stronger immune system than those who are bitter.
Not consuming or minimizing the use of drugs such as alcohol or tobacco will largely make it impossible for AC (cancer) to occur. At the same time, having sexual relations responsibly will stop the increase in AC of the cervix in women.
On the other hand, getting vaccinated against hepatitis B, using sunscreen at all times when exposing yourself to the sun, will make a difference.
Finally, going to a doctor periodically for a comprehensive evaluation will guarantee knowing the state of health. Therefore, it is the task of public health entities to educate citizens to promote well-being and not disease.
Can I save myself if I have cancer?
Detecting it early is the first step. Any symptom, sign, stain, mole that is not usual in the body, the correct thing to do is to see a doctor immediately.
In short, the WHO estimates that between 50 and 70% of people with cancer can be saved if they are diagnosed and treated early.
Nowadays, studies such as contrast-enhanced computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging are very useful in the fight against the aforementioned disease.
Not only do they guide the medical staff to know how aggressive the treatment should be, but they also allow the prognosis to be correct.
Although it is still an economically demanding disease, there are NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations) that offer their help. Therefore, it is crucial to seek help as the first step to take to win the war against a pathology of yesteryear.
