As of 2023, a survey conducted in Nigeria found that 27 percent of the people reported that lump growths were a cancer symptom. At the same time, eight percent of people mentioned tummy or back pain and unexplainable weight loss as potential symptoms. Other signs cited include swelling of the affected area, feeling tired and unwell (seven percent each), itchy/yellow skin (five percent), and nose bleeding, amongst others. Furthermore, the majority of people in the country did not know the causes of cancer.
Share of opinions about the symptoms of cancer in Nigeria as of 2023
The source asked: "In your opinion, what are the symptoms of cancer that you know of?"
The source add that the sample is randomly selected and consists of Nigerians who own a phone.
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