Cancer does not come suddenly, there will be signs

I. How far are thyroid nodules from thyroid cancer?

Thyroid nodules are a highly prevalent disease. According to statistics, one in five people in China has thyroid nodules on average, and there are claims that thyroid nodules can become cancerous, so how far is it from thyroid nodules to thyroid cancer?

The thyroid gland is located on the anterolateral side of the trachea, directly in front of the neck. Thyroid nodules, on the other hand, are abnormal masses of cells that appear inside the thyroid gland.

Whether a thyroid nodule can become cancerous depends on whether it is a benign nodule or a malignant nodule.

According to statistics, 80-90% of thyroid nodules are benign nodules such as tissue hyperplasia or degenerative lesions; 7%-15% of thyroid nodules, which will present with indications for surgery, are malignant nodules.

So how should one distinguish between benign and malignant nodules?

Nodule development

Thyroid nodules can be observed by ultrasound. Thyroid nodules that are small in size and do not show lymph node metastasis are usually recommended by doctors to be reviewed regularly to keep an eye on the development of thyroid nodules.

In contrast, benign nodules larger than four or five centimeters and that have developed symptoms of pressure, as well as malignant nodules larger than one centimeter that has developed lymph node metastases, should be promptly removed.

Lymph node status

The presence of lymph node metastasis in a thyroid nodule can also determine if it is a malignant nodule. Doctors will choose to use palpation to feel on the side of the neck and treat lymph node metastasis once it appears.

Thyroid cancer symptoms

If you have difficulty swallowing, difficulty in breathing, pathological enlargement of lymph nodes, and persistent hoarseness, you should be alert to thyroid cancer, and you should consult a doctor as soon as possible for investigation.

2. 5 minor diseases, don't delay to becoming cancer

The occurrence of cancer does not come all at once. Many cancers are triggered by the progressive damage of body organs due to the lack of attention to minor diseases.

1. Hepatitis

Experts point out that many cirrhoses and liver cancer are caused by delayed hepatitis and liver disease without timely treatment.

According to statistics, 38% of patients have a history of hepatitis for more than two years; 24.7% of patients have a history of hepatitis for less than one year. The percentage of these people who finally found liver disease due to delay is 54.8%, so hepatitis is found and must be treated actively.

2、Gastritis

Persistent H. pylori infection may induce chronic gastritis. And as the disease progresses, it may develop into chronic atrophic gastritis and even induce gastric cancer.

3、Keratinized skin

Skin keratosis without obvious pain should be alerted to skin cancer. If you find a round skin rash and black scab on the surface of the face or back of the hand, and there is no obvious pain, you should rank skin cancer as soon as possible.

4、Mouth ulcers

Many people are troubled by mouth ulcers and even think it is a minor disease. Although common mouth ulcers can be cured in 7-10 days with active treatment, chronic mouth ulcers that do not get well for a long time must be alerted to oral cancer.

5、Junctional mole

Moles growing under the feet, palms, vulva, and other areas prone to friction are junctional moles, which can easily become cancerous. Once such moles are found to have irregular changes, rapid enlargement, bulging, and ulceration, timely medical consultation must be sought.

These five seemingly minor diseases must be taken seriously, as cancer will go through a long process, and these benign lesions may eventually develop into cancer.

A "cancer prevention book" is sent to you, take it quickly

Generally speaking, genetic and environmental factors are closely related to the incidence and death of cancer, in fact, 45% of cancers in China can be effectively prevented.

1、Control weight

Obesity is related to many diseases, so it is important to maintain a normal healthy weight and avoid obesity and overweight. According to the World Health Organization, a body mass index between 18.5 and 24.9 is a healthy weight.

2、Stay away from cancer-causing factors

Food or water that is too hot, occupational exposure to a cancer-causing environment, indoor pollution, etc. are all high-risk cancer-causing factors, so you must take good protective measures.

3、Quit smoking and limit alcohol

Smoking and drinking are related to many kinds of cancer, so you must quit smoking completely, stay away from second-hand smoke, and drink moderately or quit alcohol.

4、Avoid a sedentary lifestyle and exercise regularly

A sedentary lifestyle not only increases the chance of obesity but also increases the risk of intestinal cancer. Therefore, it is important to avoid a sedentary lifestyle and to exercise regularly to enhance personal immunity.

Many cancers are delayed by "minor diseases", so it is necessary to actively treat benign diseases and prevent cancer from life.