don't tough it out stamp.pngDon't Tough It Out - Check It Out

It’s easy to crack on and hope it goes away. But changes in your body need checking. It might not be anything serious but if it is cancer, finding it early can mean more treatment options and a better chance of success.

  • Don’t wait until it gets worse
  • Don’t leave it for someone else to sort
  • A quick check could make all the difference
  • Make an appointment with your GP practice and tell them what’s changed.

 

What to look out for

We all get aches and pains from time to time but what should we pay attention to?

  • Lumps and bumps that don’t go away and can’t be explained
  • Fatigue or extreme tiredness that is unusual for you
  • A cough that doesn’t go away for three weeks or more
  • Losing weight without changing your diet or exercise
  • Changes in bladder or bowel habits.

There are over 200 types of cancer so there are many symptoms.
For more information on different symptoms visit Cancer signs and symptoms | Cancer Research UK or Cancer - NHS

 

Picture1.jpgMaking an appointment at the GP surgery

If something doesn’t look or feel quite right, it’s important to get it checked.

You can make an appointment at your GP surgery:

  • By telephoning
  • Through the website at some surgeries
  • Via the NHS app at some surgeries

If you can’t get through straight away it’s important to keep trying.

Your appointment might be in person or over the phone. You might see a doctor or another health professional, such as a nurse.

If you can’t get to a GP appointment because of your work hours, some surgeries have different options such as evening opening hours, walk-in clinics or weekend appointments. Find out what your surgery offers on their website or by asking the receptionist.

You can also get help for your symptoms by ringing the NHS on 111 or visiting 111.nhs.uk. They will tell you what to do next depending on your symptoms.

For more information about making appointment and tips for talking to your doctor see Talking to your doctor or GP if you think you might have cancer | Cancer Research UK

 

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