2 signs of cancer that can be recognized when waking up early in the morning

According to Dr Deborah Lee, a clinician working for the UK's National Health Service, the first thing you feel in the morning can reveal clues about cancer. Specifically, headaches and coughs that are worse in the morning can be warning signs that should not be ignored, according to Express .

When lying down all night, cerebrospinal fluid accumulates in the brain due to the tumor blocking circulation, which makes the headache worse in the early morning.

Headache

Dr. Lee explains that brain tumors cause very specific headaches that are often worse in the morning.

"When you lie down all night, cerebrospinal fluid builds up in the brain due to the tumor blocking its flow, which makes headaches worse in the early morning. The headaches then usually subside during the day," said Dr. Lee.

According to research published in the journal Neurology , about 77% of brain cancer patients suffer from headaches, characterized by pain around the head, concentrated in the temples or back of the head and neck.

Dr. Lee also noted that although most headaches are not caused by brain tumors, if you experience new symptoms that worry you, you should see a doctor to determine the cause.

Other telltale signs of a brain tumor may include seizures, feeling weak, personality changes, drowsiness, memory loss, numbness and weakness on one side of the body, difficulty speaking, and vision changes.

Cough

Coughing is considered one of the main signs of lung cancer but this symptom can also be worse in the morning.

In lung cancer, the tumor can partially block the airway and mucus builds up overnight, causing a worse cough.

For lung cancer, the tumor can partially block the airway and accumulate mucus overnight, causing a cough that is worse in the morning, says Dr. Lee.

While sleeping through the night, the mouth and upper airways can become dry and irritated, which can also cause a more severe cough in the early morning.

Although a morning cough does not necessarily mean lung cancer, it is worth seeing a doctor. Dr. Lee recommends seeing a doctor if your cough persists for three weeks.

“See your doctor immediately if you have any worrying symptoms such as chest pain, coughing up blood, or difficulty breathing,” Dr. Lee added.

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