Seven Warning Signs of Cancer: “CAUTION”

Early detection is the key in treatment of cancers. The CAUTION mnemonic is used by the American Cancer Society to detect and recognize the early warning signs of cancer. Though one of these signs does not necessarily mean someone has cancer.

• C: Change in bowel or bladder habits
• A: A sore throat that does not heal
• U: Unusual bleeding or discharge
• T: Thickening or lump in breast or elsewhere
• I: Indigestion or dysphagia
• O: Obvious change in wart or mole
• N: Nagging cough or hoarseness