Cough That Won't Go Away

Fact: A persistent cough that lasts more than two weeks can be an early sign of throat cancer, especially if it's not related to other common causes like a cold.

Let's talk about a cough first. We all get coughs now and then, but if you've got one that's hanging around for weeks or even months, it's not just annoying – it could be a sign of something more. This kind of cough doesn't go away with the usual cold medicine, and it's not because of allergies. It's really persistent. If you're a smoker or used to smoke a lot, this is even more important to check out. Long-term smoking can do some serious damage to your throat.