CANCER SCREENING IS FOR PEOPLE WITH NO SYMPTOMS AT ALL. If you have symptoms, don’t wait for a screening invitation – tell your doctor as soon as possible. See below for key signs and symptoms: Croaky voice, hoarseness or a cough that won’t go away Mouth or tongue ulcer that lasts longer than three weeks Coughing up blood Breathlessness Difficulty swallowing Persistent heartburn or indigestion Appetite loss Persistent bloating Very heavy night sweats Appetite loss Fatigue Unexplained weight loss An unexplained pain or ache An unusual lump or swelling anywhere on your body A new mole or changes to a mole A sore that won’t heal Unusual changes to the size, shape or feel of a breast, including nipple or skin changes A change in bowel habit, such as constipation, looser poo or pooing more often Blood in your poo Unexplained vaginal bleeding, including after sex, between periods or after the menopause Blood in your pee Problems peeing These are some of the key signs and symptoms of cancer. But if something’s unusual for you, it’s best to tell your doctor – even if it’s not on this list. Image from the Cancer Research UK website: earth-europe cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cancer-symptoms 8
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