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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!

The American Cancer Society

The Canadian Cancer Society

Information on this page comes from Lynn@ Legacy of Hope

And The American Cancer Society

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