Recognizing the Symptoms Of Cancer
Oral Cancer
Symptoms of Oral Cancer
- Persistent mouth sore or growth.
- White or red patches in the mouth.
- Loose teeth or bleeding gums.
- Lump in the mouth or neck.
- Difficulty swallowing or chewing.
- Persistent jaw or mouth pain.
- Numbness in the mouth or tongue.
- Changes in voice.
- Earache without an obvious cause.
Intestinal or Colorectal Cancer
Symptoms of Intestinal or Colorectal Cancer
Change in bowel habits: Long-lasting diarrhea or constipation.
Rectal bleeding or blood in stool: Stool that is dark red or black.
Abdominal pain or discomfort: Persistent cramps or gas pain.
Feeling of incomplete bowel emptying: Even after a bowel movement.
Weakness and fatigue: Feeling unusually tired.
Unexplained weight loss: Losing weight without trying
Thyroid Issues
Symptoms of Thyroid Issues
Neck lump: A noticeable lump in your neck.
Tight collar sensation: Feeling like shirt collars are too tight.
Voice changes: Hoarseness or trouble speaking clearly.
Difficulty swallowing: Trouble swallowing food or liquids.
Swollen neck lymph nodes: Enlarged glands in your neck.
Neck or throat pain: Persistent discomfort in the neck or throat.
Head and Neck Issues
Symptoms of Head and Neck Issues
A lump in the neck or a mouth/throat sore that doesn’t heal and might hurt.
Sore throat that doesn’t get better.
Trouble swallowing.
Voice changes like hoarseness.
Facial pain or numbness.
Persistent neck pain.
Difficulty breathing or speaking.
Earaches that keep coming back.
Nosebleeds, bloody saliva, or phlegm.
Mouth or tongue sores that won’t heal.
Frequent sinus infections that antibiotics don’t help.
White or red patches on gums, tongue, or inside mouth.
Swelling in jaw, neck, or face causing dentures to fit poorly.
Unexplained weight loss
Skin Cancer
Symptoms of Skin Cancer
New growths: Keep an eye out for new bumps, moles, or sores that appear suddenly.
Changes in existing moles: If a mole changes in size, shape, or color, it’s wise to see a doctor.
Sores that won’t heal: Any wound or sore that doesn’t heal or keeps returning should be checked.
Unusual spots: Watch for red, scaly patches or anything on your skin that looks different than usual.
Endometrial Cancer
Symptoms of Endometrial Cancer
- Abnormal vaginal bleeding:
- If you still have periods: Bleeding between periods, heavier periods, or bleeding that lasts longer than usual.
- If you still have periods: Bleeding between periods, heavier periods, or bleeding that lasts longer than usual.
- Watery vaginal discharge with an unpleasant odor.
- Unexplained weight loss.
- Difficulty urinating or pain during urination.
- Pain during sex.
Breast Cancer
Symptoms of Breast Cancer
- Lump or swelling in your breast.
- Bumpy or pitted skin on your breast.
- Breast pain.
- Nipple turning inward.
- Changes in skin color or texture of your breast or nipple (redness, dryness, flakiness, thickening).
- Nipple discharge (not breast milk).
- Swollen glands under your arm or near your collarbone.