Doctor warns! 3 Cancer in the elderly
3 of the most popular cancers in the elderly to watch out for
As they age, the risk of cancer increases with age because the cells in the body deteriorate and accumulate abnormalities for a long time.
1. Colon cancer
Very common in the elderly, especially those on high-fat, low-fiber diets.
Alarm
* Constipation alternates diarrhea
* Transfused in blood
* Weight loss for unknown reasons
Protection
* Add vegetables, fruits
* Screening (intestinal endoscopy) from age 50 +
2. Lung cancer
Even not smoking is a risk. Especially people who are exposed to cigarette smoke or accumulated pollution.
Alarm
* Chronic cough
* Cough with blood mixed
* Easy to get tired, not full of breath
Protection
* Avoid cigarette smoke
* Lung health check, especially at risk groups
3. Liver cancer
It is often associated with hepatitis B, C and alcohol-drinking behavior.
Alarm
* exhaustion
* Anorexia
* Yellow body, yellow eyes
Protection
* Hepatitis B vaccination
* Reduce alcohol
* Periodic liver examination
