In life, the quality of sleep directly affects our health. But few people know that some abnormalities in sleep can be a warning sign of something deep in the body. In particular, lung cancer, a highly insidious disease, sometimes alerts us at the early stage through some sleep abnormalities. Today, let's explore those abnormalities in sleep and how they can be an early warning of lung cancer.
1. Difficulty breathing at night
Lung health has a direct impact on respiratory function. When there is a lesion in the lungs, especially lung cancer, it can lead to a condition where you have difficulty breathing at night. This is especially true during sleep, where the pressure on the lungs is different when lying on the side than when standing or sitting, which may exacerbate the feeling of poor breathing.
2. Persistent dry cough or coughing up blood
A persistent, dry cough during sleep, especially if accompanied by coughing up blood, can be an early sign of lung cancer. The growth of cancer cells can irritate the windpipe or lungs, triggering a coughing response. At night, this reaction may become more pronounced due to the relaxed state of the body.
3. Abnormal fatigue and lack of sleep
People with lung cancer often experience persistent fatigue that is difficult to alleviate even with prolonged sleep. Cancer itself and its effects on the body can lead to a decrease in sleep quality, which can lead to sleep deprivation. This feeling of fatigue and lack of sleep may be the body's attempt to tell us that something is not right in the lungs.
4. Excessive sweating at night
Excessive sweating at night, known as "night sweats," can be a sign that the body is struggling to fight the disease. Especially in the case of lung cancer, night sweats may be associated with the metabolic activity of the cancer. If you find yourself sweating profusely without overheating or overcovering yourself with the covers, this could be a sign of concern.
While these sleep abnormalities don't necessarily mean lung cancer, they are really health signals that we shouldn't ignore. In the face of these possible warnings, the most important thing is to stay alert and seek medical attention in time. Early detection of lung cancer will greatly improve the treatment effect. We should pay more attention to the quality of our sleep and the changes in our body, after all, healthy sleep is not just for a good dream, but also for a healthy life. Let's start tonight and pay more attention to our sleep and sow the seeds of health every night.