Cancer can be a devastating disease that comes out of nowhere. Those diagnosed often notice few symptoms, and they feel fine when they’re blindsided with a diagnosis. Signs and symptoms of cancer can be very small and easy to miss. Recognizing these signs that cancer may be growing in your body can be vital to catching it early and saving your life.
7 Early Warning Signs That Cancer Is Growing In Your Body
By
Michael Avery in
Health and Fitness
On 30th November 2016
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1. Lump on or Pain in Testicle
A firm, solid mass on the testicle should be checked out by a doctor to determine if it is testicular cancer.
2. Stomach Pain
Pain in the abdomen or pelvis is a symptom of ovarian cancer and leukemia.
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3. Difficulty Swallowing
Not being able to swallow with ease can be an indication of throat cancer, and less commonly, lung cancer.
4. Persistent Coughing
Chronic coughing can indicate not only lung cancer, but also leukemia.
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5. Abnormal or Large Moles
Moles that are asymmetrical or larger than 6 mm are cause for concern about skin cancer.
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6. Shortness of Breath
Wheezing or shortness of breath are symptoms of a number of health problems, including lung cancer.
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7. Changes in Fingernails or Toenails
If there are dark dots under your nails that could be an indication of skin cancer.
