You may assume having a tummy ache or chest pain or feeling tired easily for no valid reason as your body's way of being funny; you sleep it off and hope that it will be gone the next day.
But you might want to pay a little extra attention to these "little signals" your body is getting across, as they may mean a bigger message.
I mean, real big...
and it is called CANCER.
These are some indications that men normally do not consider as warning signs for such a severe disease.
What are the "little signals" you should listen closely to? Fatigue You are a cool guy.
You do not sweat the small stuff, but what if it is the small stuff that makes you sweat? If you find yourself too exhausted to help your partner carry the plastic bags and you are sure you have not been working hard or getting less sleep prior to the grocery shopping, it is advisable to consult a doctor.
Weariness is one of the symptoms that appear in several types of cancer, pancreatic cancer being one.
Frequent Fevers You employ your utmost effort not to fall ill.
You insist on having a balanced diet everyday; fruits for dessert are a must.
You work out at home instead, when you cannot make it to the gym.
But it is only the first half of the year, and it is already your fourth time calling in sick.
You might want to have a check-up with your doctor, for there is a possibility of leukemia.
Low antibody occurs when abnormal cells outnumber the normal ones.
Blood in Urine or Semen Even though reported by some men as not painful when the blood flows together, the sight of it when you are urinating or ejaculating should call for immediate attention.
One of the signs prostate cancer patients have in common is the presence of blood in either one or both of these bodily fluids.
Weight Loss A fan of The Biggest Loser? You hardly miss an episode on Hallmark channel; but without Jillian's barking or Bob's encouraging words, practically nothing gets you up from the couch to perform even the simplest workout.
You are pretty sure that you have not been on a diet.
But where have those kilograms gone to? Colon and other digestive cancers often make themselves present in the initial stage by gradually reducing one's body weight.
Heartburn You know the alarm bell is ringing if you are constantly experiencing the burning sensation of the esophagus when: a) you do not eat too much at a particular time, and; b) you do not carry some burden on the tummy, typically from being pregnant or obese.
A trip to the doctor to have a screening for the existence of tumor in the esophagus is highly commendable, as heartburn is one of the minor manifestations of esophageal cancer.
Erectile Dysfunction As serious as the problem is, one should not be too quick to reckon the disability of getting and maintaining an erection as the immediate sign of cancer.
Erection problems owe themselves to several factors; both physical and psychological.
It is important to identify what really causes the erectile dysfunction; if it is not because you are depressed or anxious or stressed over something, then it is no excuse not to visit a doctor and have a test.
The culprit might be prostate cancer.
These are just several small symptoms that you may deem insignificant, but listen closely to your body, and it might save your live.
It pays to be a little attentive!