There are three 'red flag' cancer warning signs that you should look out for, according to a pharmacist.
The medical professional explained that the signs may be noticeable first thing in the morning and should never be ignored.
Abbas Kanani, a pharmacists at Chemist Click, explained that waking up with a "persistent" sore throat for a period of two weeks or longer could be a telltale sign and medical attention should be sought.
It is vital in many cases that cancer is spotted early as intervention at an early stage can be life saving.
Alongside throat pain, Kanani stated that you should also watch out for a cough - reports The Express
He added: "Smokers often wake up with a cough in the morning. However, a persistent cough for longer than two weeks should be checked out. Especially if you smoke."
Another telltale sign that may strike in the morning is fatigue.
Mr Kanani said: "It’s normal to feel a little tired in the morning, but if this is not usual for you, or you are noticing fatigue lasting throughout the day, you should get this checked out.
"If you wake up in the morning and the bed is wet or damp from sweat, this indicates that you could have been experiencing night sweats.
"Get this checked out with your GP, especially if night sweats are accompanied by fatigue, weight loss or bruising."
General symptoms of cancer include:
- Unusual lump or swelling anywhere
- Unexplained weight loss
- Changes when you go to the toilet.
Cancer Research and the NHS advise stopping smoking and reducing alcohol consumption to reduce your risk of cancer.
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