Blood Cancer Awareness: Signs Lagos Families Must Know
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Blood cancers — including leukaemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma — present with symptoms so similar to ordinary illness that they are frequently missed or delayed in diagnosis. In Nigeria, where cancer is still heavily stigmatised, families often try home remedies for months before seeking medical assessment. The cost of delay in blood cancer is very high.
Warning Signs That Need Urgent Blood Tests
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- Extreme, unexplained fatigue — not improved by rest
- Unexplained bruising or bleeding — gum bleeding, nosebleeds, prolonged bleeding from small cuts
- Persistent fever or night sweats without obvious infection
- Unintentional weight loss (see our guide to weight and metabolism) — more than 5–10% of body weight over 6 months
- Swollen lymph nodes — painless swellings in the neck, armpits, or groin that persist beyond a few weeks
- Bone pain — particularly in the back or ribs, without obvious injury
- Recurrent infections — a failing immune system from blood cancer allows ordinary infections to become severe
The Importance of Full Blood Count
A full blood count (FBC) with differential is the first and most important investigation when these symptoms are present. Abnormal white cell count, haemoglobin, or platelet count require urgent specialist referral. FXMed arranges home blood draws and ensures urgent results reach you directly — no waiting in queues.
If Something Concerns You
Don't wait to see if symptoms resolve. Blood cancer outcomes are dramatically better with early diagnosis. Book a consultation with FXMed today — we'll ensure the right tests are done promptly and arrange urgent referral if the results demand it.
Ready to take action?
At FXMed, we go beyond symptom management. Our Home Lab Testing means a qualified phlebotomist comes to your home — no queues, no hospital stress, results reviewed directly with your physician. Our Functional Health Analysis is designed specifically to address the root causes discussed in this article.
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