When Emma Colledge became so bloated that it felt like she had a watermelon in her stomach, doctors initially thought she must be pregnant. But the then 23-year-old took multiple pregnancy tests that came back negative. While waiting for a hospital appointment she experienced pain so severe that we went to A&E, where the shocking … Read more
A mum was diagnosed with what she calls a “silent killer” after experiencing bloating and loss of appetite. Christina Wilson, 71, noticed her bloating when she was trying to slim down for her son’s wedding but found herself getting “heavier”. Despite not feeling hungry, she also had small bladder leaks which she initially thought were … Read more
Cancer is a potentially deadly disease that occurs when abnormal cells divide and grow in an abnormal way. They can then spread to nearby tissues and organs. As with any medical condition, the sooner you spot the warning signs of cancer, the sooner you can seek the treatment and support you need. It also means … Read more
Spotting new or worrying symptoms is very important, particularly if they’re being caused by cancer. Finding cancer early means it’s easier to treat. But many cancers are described as ‘silent’ as they don’t cause symptoms in the early stages. One of the most common cancers in the UK, breast cancer, is one of these. Breast … Read more
