Cancer symptoms can be mistaken for the flu

Cancer Research UK has outlined the key symptoms to look out for as they can be mistaken for flu.

1. Cough

A cough is a common cold symptom, but if it lasts for several weeks or gets worse, it could be a sign of a serious problem, including cancer. For example, symptoms of lung cancer can include a cough that won't go away and difficulty breathing.

Some symptoms that resemble the common cold may be a sign of something more serious.

2. Fatigue

A cold often causes fatigue. However, feeling tired all over your body can also signal a more serious problem.

If you feel tired all the time or are tired for no apparent reason, something may be wrong, see your doctor.

3. Night sweats

When you have a fever due to the flu, you may feel sweaty and uncomfortable throughout the night.

Night sweats can be caused by infections, certain medications, or even menopause, but they can also be a sign of cancer.

Talk to your doctor if you have excessive night sweats, sweaty eyes, or unexplained fever.

4. Pain

Muscle pain can be another uncomfortable symptom of common winter ailments, but persistent or unexplained pain anywhere in the body can also be a sign of a serious illness.

Muscle pain is a symptom of common winter illnesses, but persistent pain could be a sign of a serious illness.

According to Cancer Research UK, the level of pain can vary depending on the type of cancer. And some cancers can spread to the bones, causing a dull or sharp pain, according to Express.

5. Hoarseness

Losing your voice during a cold is normal. But persistent hoarseness should be checked by a doctor.

According to the UK National Health Service, the main symptom of laryngeal cancer is hoarseness for more than three weeks.

Symptoms of laryngeal cancer can include voice changes, such as hoarseness, pain when swallowing or difficulty swallowing, the agency explains.

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