Even though blood cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, people tend to overlook its symptoms and brush it off as any other health issue.
Even though cancer is one of the most critical illnesses, there is a lack of awareness about some of the most common symptoms that everyone must be aware of. There are specific signs when it comes to blood cancer.
Signs of blood cancer you shouldn’t ignore
London-based Dr. Karan Raj’s latest video is shared in reaction to a different TikTok, in which the user claims that she was diagnosed with cancer after getting a small lump on her neck checked.
The doctor uses this as an example of a lack of awareness about the deadly disease. He quotes the data from a study on over 2500 UK adults, of which 54% weren’t aware of any of the symptoms of blood cancer.
He goes on to list different signs of the disease before revealing that 25% of respondents said they wouldn’t go to a doctor upon noticing the prolonged symptoms.
As the doctor points out, most of the symptoms of blood cancer overlap with other conditions, which may not be serious or life-threatening. A small percentage of the population gets diagnosed with the condition still.
Symptoms of Leukemia you shouldn’t ignore
Dr. Raj’s video is to bring more awareness to blood cancer and encourage people to get any prolonged symptoms checked by a medical professional.
He lists the following signs of Leukemia, but the doctor doesn’t offer medical advice. We recommend seeing a doctor upon noticing any symptoms or concerning changes in your body such as night sweats, tiredness, and unexpected weight loss.
Symptoms of leukemia can vary depending on the type and stage. According to the Mayo Clinic, the common symptoms include:
- Fever or chills
- Frequent or severe infections
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Easy bleeding or bruising
- Recurrent nose bleeds
- Tiny red spots on your skin
- Bone pain and tenderness
Dr. Karan is best known for his videos related to medicine and health across different social media platforms. His expertise combined with entertainment has gained him millions of followers. He is a certified NHS surgeon from London, currently serving as a lecturer at Sunderland University. Dr. Karan boasts over seven years of experience.
