Cancer in Meghalaya
227.9 cases per 1 lakh population among men
118.6 cases per 1 lakh population among women
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Major Types of Cancer
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Breast Cancer
Breast cancer primarily affects the breast tissue, and it is the most common cancer among women globally.
Symptoms:
Lump or thickening in the breast or underarm area, changes in breast size or shape, nipple discharge or inversion, skin dimpling or puckering, and redness or scaling of the breast skin.
Lung Cancer
Lung cancer develops in the lungs and is often linked to tobacco smoking.
Symptoms:
Persistent coughing, chest pain, shortness of breath, hoarseness, frequent respiratory infections, coughing up blood.
Cervical Cancer
It is usually caused by persistent infection with high-risk types of the human papillomavirus (HPV).
Symptoms:
Pelvic pain or discomfort; pain during intercourse; unusual vaginal discharge; and changes in menstrual patterns.
Throat cancer
Abnormal growth of cells in the tissues of the throat, including the voice box (larynx), tonsils, oropharynx, or other areas.
Symptoms:
Persistent sore throat, difficulty swallowing, voice changes, and swollen lymph nodes in the neck.
Oral cancer
Develops in the tissues of the mouth or throat, including the lips, tongue, cheeks, floor of the mouth, and hard or soft palate.
Symptoms:
Red or white patches in the mouth, unexplained bleeding, difficulty or pain while chewing or swallowing, a persistent sore throat, a lump or thickening in the mouth or neck.
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Choose Life Over Cancer:
Here are a few simple lifestyle tips that can make a difference:
• Not using tobacco
• Maintaining a healthy body weight
• Eating a healthy diet, including fruit and vegetables
• Doing physical activity regularly
• Avoiding or reducing consumption of alcohol
• Getting vaccinated against HPV and hepatitis B
• Avoiding ultraviolet radiation exposure
Show love the right way
Giving care and support to cancer warriors can be challenging. If you are a cancer caregiver, these tips can help you.
- Educate yourself and learn everything you can from a reliable source.
- Attending doctor’s appointments and keeping track of medication changes could be helpful.
- Help them organize their routine life and adhere to the treatment by introducing them to pill reminders, pill boxes, etc.
- Providing emotional support is important, but avoid talking about it too often.
- Help them with household chores like cleaning, cooking, and shopping to enhance their quality of life.
Small Steps for a Big Cause
Cancer Care Awareness Program by Meghalaya Government.
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