What are some of the common signs and symptoms associated with cancer?
This is a somewhat difficult question to answer secondary to the fact that tumors in various parts of the body cause different side effects. Some of the most common signs and symptoms of cancer are listed below and are derived from screening data and warning signs of the American Cancer Society. • Change in bowel or bladder habits. • A sore or ulcer which does not heal. • Unusual bleeding or discharge from the rectum or vagina. • An area of thickening or a lump in the breast or any other part of the body. • Severe indigestion or difficulty swallowing. • An obvious and dramatic change in a skin lesion such as a wart or a mole. • A persistent bothersome cough or the development of chronic hoarseness. While these symptoms do not represent all symptoms which can be associated with cancer, they are the most common warning signs noted. If you develop any of these symptoms, you should see your doctor immediately.
