EARLY DETECTION OF CANCER CAN SAVE LIVES

Know The 10 Warning Signals..

1. A sore that does not heal, changed color, ulcerates or bleeds.
2. Unusual bleeding or discharge from any opening in the body, example, blood in the urine, stool, frequent or heavy menstruation.
3. A lump or swelling that has progressively enlarged which may or may not be associated with pain.
4. Indigestion or difficulty in swallowing
5. Change in bowel or bladder habits consistently for a duration of 2-3 months.
6. Obvious change in size or texture in a wart or mole.
7. Non smokers’ cough or hoarseness of voice that persists for more than 2 weeks. Smokers’ cough that becomes intense.
8. Unexplained tiredness and / or loss of 10% or more within a period of 3-6 months.
9. Persistent paint or discomfort in the abdomen.
10. Unexplained fever.

Source: NCI Cancer Hospital (www.nci.com.my)