WHAT WOMEN NEED TO LOOK OUT FOR

The earlier metastatic breast cancer is spotted, the more effective treatment might be. Symptoms of relapse may include:

Cough and shortness of breath

Bone or joint pain, especially in the shoulder, hip or back that is worse at night and doesn’t get better over time with painkillers

Headaches or dizziness

Tummy pain and sickness

If you are concerned by any new symptom that has lasted more than three to four weeks and hasn’t responded to rest or painkillers, call your GP and say: “I think my cancer has come back.” This should mean you will be referred to a breast clinic.