Cancer is one of the world’s deadliest terminal diseases accounting for one sixth of the world’s total death toll every year according to the W.H.O. This high mortality rate is mostly due to late detection with the disease proving almost impossible to treat in its advanced stages. Although many of the symptoms of cancer can also be indications of other diseases, it is important to consult your doctor immediately you notice them for clinical examination and analysis.

With more than 200 types of cancer, there are a lot of signs that could point to the onset of cancer and early detection is the best way to ensure successful treatment and remission. Unusual physical discomfort, sudden changes in appearance or malignant growth are usually signs that all is not well within your body.

Here are some of the common symptoms that you should pay attention to and seek medical help immediately you notice them.

Fatigue is often the result of intense physical activity and sleep is a good way of recovering your strength afterwards. However, if you keep feeling week and fatigued for no apparent reason, it could be a symptom of cancer and your doctor needs to be informed immediately to run tests and ascertain exactly what is wrong with you