The Seven Warning Signs of Cancer 1. A change in bowel or bladder habits 2. A sore that does not heal 3. Unusual bleeding or discharge 4. Thickening or a lump in the breast or somewhere else 5. Chronic indigestion or swallowing problems 6. An obvious change in a wart or a mole 7. A nagging cough or hoarseness

If you have any one of these warning signals, you should see your doctor right away. The sooner you get started on early diagnosis, and treatment when indicated, the better your chances will be for a long and healthy life.

Some Warning Signs of Various Type Cancers Bladder and Kidney; You may see blood in urine, have pain or burning, and increased urination. Breast; Lump or thickening of lumps, itching, redness or soreness of the nipples which isn't caused by pregnancy, breast feeding, or menstruation. Cervical, Endometrial, and Uterine; Bleeding between menstrual cycles, any unusual discharge, painful menstruation, and heavy periods require consultation with your physician. Colon; Rectal bleeding, blood in your stool or changes in bowel habits such as persistent diarrhea and or constipation are warning signs which should be investigated promptly. Laryngeal; A persistent cough or a hoarse throat are possible signs you may experience. Leukemia; Paleness, fatigue, weight loss, repeated infections, nosebleeds, bone or joint pain, and easy bruising are possible warning signs of Leukemia which should be investigated. Lung; A persistent cough; sputum with blood; heavy chest and or chest pain. Lymphoma; Enlarged, rubbery lymph nodes, itchy skin, night sweats, unexplained fever and weight loss indicate possible Lymphoma, discuss these symptoms with your physician. Mouth and Throat; Any chronic ulcer (sore) of the mouth, tongue or throat which doesn't heal, or white areas in the mouth should be seen by your physician. Ovarian; Unfortunately there are often no symptoms until it is in the later stages of development. Pancreas; There usually are no symptoms until it has progressed to the later stages when you may notice jaundiced skin and there may be pain deep in the stomach or back. Skin; If you have moles that change color, size, or appearance, or flat sores (lesions that look like moles), a tumor or lump under the skin that resembles a wart or an ulceration that never heals, these are symptoms which should bring you quickly to your physician's office. Stomach; Vomiting blood or experiencing frequent indigestion and pain after eating, weight loss may indicate stomach cancer... see your physician!

There are as many different possible warning signs, as there are different types of cancers We have listed here, some possible symptoms. This is not a complete list of symptoms. You should consult your physician anytime you experience any unusual symptoms.

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