10 Signs That Proves You Have Cancer

Many of the symptoms on this list are very common everyday pains and maladies that people without cancer experience. But it is important to be in tune to what your body is telling you, and if you are experiencing one or more of these symptoms on a regular basis, you should talk to a doctor as soon as possible. Early detection is important and it could save your life.

#1. White Patches Inside Your Mouth
Smokers and tobacco users should be especially wary of this one: sores inside the mouth or on the tongue that don’t go away can be a sign of leukoplakia, which leads to mouth cancer. Bring these to your doctor’s attention if you catch them..

#2. Changes on Your Skin
If you notice any changes on a wart or mole on your body, or any other changes on your skin, this could be a sign of melanoma, also known as skin cancer. See a doctor or dermatologist right away, melanoma can be treated easily if it’s detected early.


#3. Changes in Bowel Functions
If you notice a long-term change in your bowel function, like persistent diarrhea or constipation, it may be a symptom of colon cancer. Catching it early with a colonoscopy could save your life.

#4. Lumps in the Body
If you find lumps in your skin, it could be a sign of cancer. Be especially wary of lumps on the breast, testicle, or near lymph nodes. Don’t freak out if you find lumps on your arms, legs, or other parts of the body though, they might just be harmless sebaceous cysts.

#5. Indigestion or Trouble Eating
If you are having trouble eating, swallowing, or digesting your food, you may have cancer of the esophagus, or stomach. But don’t worry too much about this one, most people who experience indigestion do not have cancer.

#6. A Nagging Cough
If you notice a cough or hoarseness that just won’t go away, it could be a sign of lung or larynx cancer. It is more likely that you are experiencing seasonal allergies, but you should check with your doctor just in case.

#7. Unexplained Weight Loss
Weight loss is a good thing, right? Well, not always. If you are losing weight because you are dieting or exercising, it’s great. But if you find yourself losing weight with no change in your habits, this is an unexplained weight loss and it can be associated with several cancers including cancers of the pancreas and stomach.


#8. Fatigue
Constant fatigue that does not get better with rest can be a sign of cancer. This is a tricky one because a lot of people feel fatigue for completely different reasons. But if you start suddenly feeling tired all the time you should check with your doctor to make sure it isn’t something serious.

#9. Fever
A persistent fever may be an early sign of blood cancers like lymphoma or leukemia. If you experience persistent fever, you should see a doctor, even if it’s not cancer, it’s still an alarming sign.

#10. Pain
Okay, so pain can have many causes, people have headaches and back aches all the time without any serious health problems. But persistent headaches can be an early sign of brain cancer and back pain can be a sign of rectal or ovarian cancer. If you start experiencing persistent pain, talk to a doctor.