Persistent and unexplained pain
Back, bone or joint pain with no apparent cause? If the pain persists, you should definitely see your doctor. Sometimes these are early signs of cancer, especially bone cancer or metastatic cancer.
The skin: a reflection of our health.
A suspicious mole, a spot that changes shape or color, or yellowish or discolored skin? Your skin can indicate internal diseases such as liver, skin or kidney cancer.
Persistent cough or troublesome hoarseness. A
cough that has not gone away for several weeks? It could be more than just a cold, especially if it is accompanied by hoarseness or bloody sputum. An examination is recommended, especially to rule out a tumor in the respiratory tract.
Unusual digestive or urinary problems
Constipation, persistent diarrhea, blood in the stool, or difficulty urinating may be symptoms of a serious condition affecting the digestive or urinary tract, sometimes associated with a tumor in the colon or bladder.
Other signs that should worry you include
: difficulty swallowing: if you have trouble eating, you should see a doctor.
Unusual bleeding: from the mouth, nose, urine, or stool.
Swelling and lumps: a lump in the neck, armpit, or anywhere else on the body should never be ignored.
Fever without an obvious cause: especially if it lasts a long time or comes back often.
Rapid shortness of breath: this is an important symptom that can occur both during physical exertion and at rest.
Sudden loss of appetite: especially if accompanied by a feeling of fullness.
Nausea, persistent vomiting: except in cases of known poisoning or infection.
Bloating or abdominal pain: especially after eating.
Enlarged lymph nodes: in the neck, armpits, or groin.
Slow-healing wounds: Be aware of unusually long healing times.
Heavy night sweats: Often a sign of blood cancer.
