THE HSE have issued an urgent 'don't regret it later' alert over a cough that could be a cancer symptom. The health bosses have warned that a cough lasting three weeks could be a serious sign. Taking to X (formerly Twitter) the HSE warned the cough could actually be a symptom of lung cancer .
They said: "A cough lasting over 3 weeks could be a sign of lung cancer. "Contact your doctor today. Don’t regret it later.
" Sharing a video alongside the warning the HSE highlighted how people could mistake the cough for something else such as a chest infection. The warning was reiterated in the video saying: "Contact your GP or doctor right away and get that cough checked." Lung cancer is the fifth most common form of cancer in Ireland with around 2,600 people diagnosed each year.
There are two types of lung cancer including non-small-cell lung cancer and small-cell lung cancer. Non-small-cell lung cancer is the most common form and does not spread as quickly as the small-cell form. While anyone can be diagnosed lung cancer is most common in people over 50.
In the early stages of the cancer symptoms can be hard to spot so staying vigilant of any health changes is very important. The HSE outline some common early symptoms of the disease to stay vigilant for. They include: There are some other less common symptoms of the cancer the HSE also urge people to be aware of.
These include wheezing, a hoarse voice, finding is hard to swallow and swelling of the face and neck. You may also noti.