7. Rectal bleeding or blood in the stool
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A common sign of colorectal cancer. Blood in the toilet should be a big enough sign to see a doctor immediately.
8. Lumps in the neck, underarm or groin area
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Swollen lymph nodes indicate changes in the lymphatic system which can lead to cancer.
9. Excessive bruising or bleeding that doesn’t stop
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Suggests abnormalities with the platelets and red blood cells, which can be a sign of leukemia. Leukemia cells crowd out red blood cells impairing your blood’s ability to carry oxygen leading to clots.
10. Bloating or abdominal weight gain
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Ovarian cancer patients reported unexplained bloating that came on suddenly and continued for a significant amount of time.
11. Unexplained weight loss
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An early sign of colon and other digestive cancers. Also, a sign of cancer that has spread to the liver, affecting your appetite and the body’s ability to get rid of waste.
12. A red, sore, or swollen breast
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Indicates inflammatory breast cancer, unexplained changes should be told to a doctor immediately. A nipple that appears flattened, inverted, or turned sideways has also been noticed by patients diagnosed with breast cancer.
13. Swelling of facial features
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Lung cancer patients have reported noticing puffiness, swelling, or redness of the face. Small cell lung tumors commonly block blood vessels in the chest preventing blood from flowing freely to
14. Sore/lump on the skin that bleeds, becomes crusty, or doesn’t heal
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Different types of skin cancer (melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma) can cause these, so be aware of any odd-looking growths or spots.
15. Changes in nails
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A brown/black dot under the nail can indicate skin cancer. Pale or white nails can be a sign of liver cancer. “Clubbing”, which is the enlargement of the fingers with nails that curve down over the tips, can be a sign of lung cancer.
Pain
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Pain is a common symptom experienced by individuals with cancer, and it can vary in intensity and nature depending on the type and location of the disease. This pain may result from the tumor pressing on nerves, bones, or organs, or it can be a side effect of treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation. Recognizing and managing cancer-related pain is essential for improving quality of life and overall well-being. Understanding the different pain symptoms associated with cancer can help guide appropriate pain management and medical care.
16. Unusually heavy or painful periods, bleeding between periods
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A common sign of endometrial or uterine cancer. A transvaginal ultrasound should be considered if the problem persists.
