What are the symptoms of adenocarcinoma?

Jun 18, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Persistent coughing and phlegm production, which did not improve despite taking numerous medications, eventually led to a hospital visit where adenocarcinoma was diagnosed. What are the symptoms of adenocarcinoma?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Jingli
Symptoms of adenocarcinoma vary depending on the organ in which it develops, and mainly include: 1. Breast cancer: Often presents as a painless breast lump, possibly accompanied by skin edema, peau d'orange (orange peel-like) changes, nipple discharge, and skin ulceration. 2. Prostate cancer: Typically asymptomatic in early stages; as the tumor progresses, symptoms such as progressive difficulty in urination, difficulty with bowel movements, and perineal pain due to compression may occur. 3. Lung adenocarcinoma: Mainly characterized by symptoms including irritative dry cough, hemoptysis (coughing up blood), blood-tinged sputum, fever, shortness of breath, and chest pain. Some patients may also experience bone or large joint pain and clubbing of the fingers. 4. Pancreatic cancer: Early symptoms may include abdominal discomfort, loss of appetite, weight loss, fatigue, and jaundice. As the disease progresses, persistent upper abdominal pain, gastrointestinal obstruction, or bleeding may develop. These symptoms are not specific to adenocarcinoma. Individuals experiencing such symptoms should seek timely medical evaluation for professional diagnosis.