Difficulty remembering things
We generally associate memory loss with other diseases, such as Alzheimer’s, or we think of it as something that comes with old age. Yet, if you happen to notice that your memory seems to not be as efficient as it once was and that these moments of forgetfulness are accompanied by other issues like mood changes and headaches, you should visit a doctor as soon as possible.
Memory loss is very prominent when it comes to brain tumors, and it can also be a cancer symptom! Most people who have brain tumors report that this is the first symptom they notice, as their memory loss is not related to injury or age. However, you shouldn’t rely solely on this symptom when it comes to brain tumors.
Theodore Schwartz, MD, a neurosurgeon at the Weill Cornell Brain and Spine Center, says that the symptoms are directly impacted by the location of the brain tumor. Some may not end up with the same symptoms, but they could very well have others, such as limb weakness or blurry vision. This is why it’s crucial to be careful and catch cancer symptoms in their early stages, to be able to combat this deadly disease as fast as possible.
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People with asthma, COPD or GERD (acid reflux) can also have a chronic cough. But I agree if you cough up blood, or if the cough changes and get a lot worse, something is definitely up and you should see a doctor.