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General cancer screening
I undergo regular health check up every year and normally take prescribed medicines and never otc medicines. i have never had general screening for cancer. is it required and if so what type of test i. must undergo. pl advise
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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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