Dr Amir Khan shares five reasons your GP will 'definitely want to see you"

Dr Amir Khan shares five reasons your GP will 'definitely want to see you"In many cases these symptoms will be nothing to worry about but it's always worth getting them checkedCommentsNewsFiona Callingham Lifestyle writer03:30, 14 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesDoctor Amir Khan shared five things he would "definitely" want to see you for as a GP(Image: Doctor Amir Khan/Instagram)A doctor has shared five key reasons you should book a GP appointment now. The expert said he would “definitely want to see you” if you have these symptoms.‌In a video uploaded to social media platform Instagram, TV doctor Amir Khan highlighted some potentially dangerous symptoms you must not ignore. Speaking to his one million followers, Dr Amir said: “Here are five things I would definitely want to see you for as a GP.”‌These are:‌The feeling of food or drink getting stuck in your throat when you try to swallow (dysphagia)Mouth ulcers lasting three weeksUnexplained heavy night sweatsUnexplained lumpsUnexplained bone painContent cannot be displayed without consentDysphagiaThis can be a warning sign of oesophageal cancer. Dr Amir said: “The feeling of food or drink getting stuck in your throat when you try to swallow - this is called dysphagia.‌“It can sometimes cause coughing, choking and vomiting - there are several different causes but we need to rule out a cancer of the food pipe or other parts of the upper digestive track.”View 3 ImagesUnexplained mouth ulcers that last three weeks or more should be checked(Image: Getty)Mouth ulcersIn most cases, a mouth ulcer will be harmless but if it’s been there for a long time you should get it checked. Dr Amir continued: “An unexplained mouth ulcer that has been there for three weeks or more.‌“Mouth cancer can affect anyone but it is more common in those who smoke or use alcohol excessively - please do get that checked.”Night sweatsSweating at night can also be normal but if it is excessive it can be cause for concern. “Unexplained...