15 Possible Signs of Cancer That Deserve Medical Attention

Oral, cervical, or skin cancers

8.White patches inside mouth (leukoplakia)

Pre-cancerous condition linked to tobacco use

9.Changes in bowel habits (diarrhea, constipation, blood)

Colorectal cancer

10.Trouble swallowing (dysphagia)

Esophageal or throat cancer

11.Persistent cough or hoarseness

Lung or thyroid cancer

12.Blood in urine or stool

Bladder, kidney, or colorectal cancer

13.Indigestion or trouble eating (long-term)

Stomach or esophageal cancer

14.Unusual bleeding (vaginal, post-menopausal, after sex)

Cervical, uterine, or endometrial cancer

15.Headaches that are new, severe, or worse in the morning

Brain tumor (rare, but worth checking)

🩺 Again: None of these mean you have cancer. But if any last more than 2–3 weeks, talk to your doctor.

✅ Who Is at Higher Risk?

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