Gastroenterologist Sergei Vyalov spoke, as he put it, about seven types of “fat cancer”. He listed the types of cancer that can develop due to excess weight.
— Excess weight leads to seven types of cancer, the doctor wrote in his blog.
Mammary cancer. Excess weight in women can lead to the formation of estrogens, which is one of the causes of breast cancer.
Kidney cancer. Fat increases levels of certain hormones, which can contribute to the formation of malignant tumors in the kidneys.
Uterine cancer. The mechanism is the same as that of breast cancer – increased levels of estrogen, it leads to hyperplasia and proliferation of the endometrium.
Esophageal cancer. This is due to loss of esophageal tone.
Also, excess weight can cause the development of cancer of the gallbladder, colon and pancreas, Vyalov noted.
Let us recall the general signs of cancer:
1. Weakness and fatigue: Cancer can cause general weakness that does not go away even after rest.
2. Weight loss for no apparent reason: Uncontrolled growth of cancer cells can lead to weight loss, even if the patient does not change diet or increase physical activity.
3. Changes in appetite: Cancer can cause changes in appetite, such as loss of interest in food or feeling hungry all the time. Sometimes there is an aversion to meat.
4. Pain or discomfort: Cancer may cause pain or discomfort in a specific area of the body. This is with a tumor that presses on surrounding tissues or organs.
5. Skin-related changes: Cancer can cause changes in the skin, such as new moles, sores, or changes in skin color or texture.
6. Changes in the intestinal or urinary system: Cancer can cause changes in the intestinal or urinary system, such as blood in the stool or urine, changes in how often you urinate, or problems urinating.
7. Unusual discharge: Cancer can cause unusual discharge from the body, such as blood, pus or other fluids.
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Important! Information is provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. At the first signs of illness, consult a doctor.
Sergey Vyalov Medicine, gastroenterologist