🩺 15 Common Warning Signs of Cancer — What You Should Never Ignore

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  • Cough lasting more than 3–4 weeks
  • Hoarse voice without cold or allergies

🫁 Could signal lung, thyroid, or laryngeal cancer — especially in smokers.

11. Lumps or Thickening Anywhere in the Body

Common areas:

  • Breast
  • Testicle
  • Neck
  • Underarm
  • Abdomen

✅ Check monthly — know what’s normal for you.

12. Unusual Bleeding or Discharge

Symptom
Possible Concern
✅ Blood in urine
Bladder or kidney cancer
✅ Vaginal bleeding after menopause
Endometrial cancer
✅ Blood in sputum (coughed-up mucus)
Lung cancer
✅ Nipple discharge (bloody or clear)
Breast concerns

 

🩸 Never ignore unexplained bleeding.

13. Indigestion or Trouble Eating

  • Frequent heartburn
  • Feeling full quickly
  • Nausea or vomiting without cause

🍽️ Could be stomach or esophageal cancer — especially if persistent.

14. Nervous System Changes

  • Headaches with vomiting or vision changes
  • Seizures
  • Dizziness or balance problems

🧠 These may point to brain tumors — require imaging.

15. Changes in Bladder Function

  • Needing to urinate frequently
  • Pain or burning during urination
  • Inability to empty bladder fully

🫀 While often due to infection or prostate issues, it can also be a cancer sign.

✅ Who Should Be Screened — And When?

Prevention starts with regular screenings, even if you feel fine.

Cancer Type
Recommended Screening
✅ Colorectal
Colonoscopy starting at age 45 (earlier if family history)
✅ Breast
Mammogram every 1–2 years starting at age 40–50
✅ Cervical
Pap smear + HPV test every 3–5 years (ages 21–65)
✅ Lung
Annual low-dose CT scan for high-risk smokers (ages 50–80)
✅ Prostate
PSA test + discussion with doctor (starting at 50, or earlier if high risk)
✅ Skin
Annual full-body exam by a dermatologist

🩺 Talk to your doctor about your personal risk factors.

❌ Debunking the Myths

Myth
Truth
❌ “Only smokers get cancer”
False — non-smokers get cancer too
❌ “If I feel fine, I’m safe”
Dangerous myth — many cancers have no early symptoms
❌ “Screenings cause cancer”
No — diagnostic tools like X-rays use minimal radiation
❌ “Natural remedies can cure cancer”
Harmful falsehood — delay of proven treatment increases mortality

✅ How to Reduce Your Risk

 

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