by Anna Perkins | May 7, 2021 | All Cancer Keys
Potential pitfall: Rectal bleeding is a key symptom of colorectal cancer, but there are also a number of other benign causes. Tumours often bleed intermittently, so careful history taking is vital if other concerning symptoms are present. Helpful hint: NICE NG12...
by Katie Galvin | Mar 19, 2021 | All Cancer Keys
Potential pitfall: Persistent bloating is a common presenting symptom of ovarian cancer. Therefore, a potential missed diagnostic opportunity can occur if this is not investigated. Helpful hint: NICE NG12 guidelines recommends carrying out tests in primary care if a...
by Katie Galvin | Mar 10, 2021 | All Cancer Keys
Potential pitfall: Dysphagia is the most common presenting symptom of oesophageal cancer. It should be considered alongside a number of other symptoms when contemplating an upper gastrointestinal cancer referral. Helpful hint: NICE NG12 guidelines recommend offering...
by Anna Perkins | Feb 24, 2021 | All Cancer Keys
Whilst many people may associate brain tumours with headaches, often affected patients do not present with a headache until a later stage, if at all. Potential pitfall: Only up to 16% of brain tumour patients present to their GP with an isolated headache*; some...
by Katie Galvin | Feb 12, 2021 | All Cancer Keys
Potential pitfall: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder and can mimic the symptoms of ovarian cancer. Helpful hint: NICE NG12 guidelines recommend carrying out appropriate tests for ovarian cancer in any woman of 50 or over who has experienced symptoms...
by Katie Galvin | Dec 4, 2020 | All Cancer Keys
Neutropenic sepsis is a potentially fatal complication of anticancer treatment (particularly chemotherapy). Helpful hint: NICE have produced a COVID-19 rapid guideline on the delivery of systemic anticancer treatments. If patients present with COVID-19 symptoms this...
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