10 Health problems men should never ignore
1st Jan 2015 Health Conditions
If you’re a man and you suffer from any of these symptoms, don’t delay—see your doctor today. Our health expert fills us in on the symptoms that may be a sign of something serious.
1. A lump in your testicles
Only one lump in 25 is cancerous, but a lump could also signal another condition that could cause you—or your sex life—problems in the future.
2. Feeling depressed
Men are more likely to commit suicide than women, so seek help if you feel low. It could manifest itself as drinking too much, mood swings or losing interest in friends and activities you enjoy.
Read more: What is depression? Causes and symptoms
3. Problems peeing
Going too often or having difficulty getting going could be the sign of a prostate condition such as an enlarged prostate or, less likely, cancer.
4. Impotence
Having trouble getting or keeping an erection? It could indicate another condition such as heart disease, diabetes, depression or high blood pressure.
5. Mole changes
Know your ABCDE: is your mole Asymmetrical, does it have an uneven Border, have more than one Colour, measure more than ¼ inch in Diameter, or appear Enlarged? If so, have it checked out.
6. Bowel changes
Blood in your poo is the best-known warning sign of bowel cancer, but unexplained diarrhoea or constipation, pain in your stomach or back passage, and a feeling that you haven’t emptied your bowels properly are other symptoms.
7. Bleeding
Blood in your vomit, pee, or when you cough, should always be investigated.
8. Coughing
See your GP if you’re still hacking after three weeks. It may well be a chest infection, but a persistent cough can also be a symptom of lung cancer, heart failure or a pulmonary embolism.
9. Losing weight
If you’re not trying to lose a few pounds, this can be a symptom of something more serious, such as a thyroid problem or cancer.
10. Chest pains
A sign of a heart attack that you should never ignore. Watch out for shortness of breath too.
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