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Early detection of Cancer
How can be cancer detected in the early stages? Should I be going to the doctor for preventive check-ups? Or some basic symptoms about cancer..??
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Cancer may be detected in early stages by screening in certain cancers like in elder people >45 yrs PSA levels or B/L mammogram with USG abdomen Pap smears and Fecal Occult Blood testing.Doctor visit is advised in case of symptoms.general symptoms of cancer include Weakness,>10% weight loss in 6months etc.
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