8. Difficulty Swallowing: Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) or a sensation that food is stuck in your throat or chest can be a symptom of esophageal, stomach, or throat cancer.
9. Unexplained Bleeding: Unexplained bleeding can be a major red flag. This includes blood in the urine, stool, or from the vagina (other than during a menstrual cycle). Blood in the stool could indicate colorectal cancer, while blood in the urine might be a sign of bladder or kidney cancer.
10. Lumps or Thickening: Any new lump or thickening in the breast, testicles, lymph nodes, or other parts of the body can be a sign of cancer. Breast lumps can indicate breast cancer, while testicular lumps can signal testicular cancer.
11. Indigestion or Difficulty Eating: Persistent indigestion, stomach discomfort, or difficulty eating can be an early sign of stomach cancer. These stomach cancer symptoms should not be ignored, especially if they persist.
12. Persistent Bloating: Bloating that doesn’t go away can be linked to ovarian cancer. It might be worth consulting a doctor if you frequently feel bloated without any apparent reason.
13. Jaundice: Yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice) can be a liver or pancreatic cancer symptom. Jaundice occurs when cancer blocks the bile duct, causing bile to build up in the liver and enter the bloodstream.
14. Changes in the Mouth: White or red patches on the gums, tongue, or inside the mouth can be indicative of oral cancer. Non-healing sores in the mouth can also be a warning sign.
15. Persistent Heartburn: Chronic heartburn or acid reflux can be a sign of stomach or esophageal cancer. If over-the-counter medications aren’t helping, it’s time to see a healthcare provider.
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