Can.cer often starts quietly, but your body may show signs long before diagnosis. Many of these symptoms are easy to ignore or misinterpret. Here are some key early warnings.

Breathing & Chest Issues
“Persistent breathlessness could indicate lung can.cer.” If coughing causes chest pain that spreads to the shoulders or arms, it might be misread as bronchitis but could point to lung can.cer or leukemia.

Unusual Fatigue, Fevers, or Infections
Feeling extremely tired for no reason? “Persistent fatigue—especially when paired with other symptoms—can be linked to various types of can.cer.” Repeated fevers or infections may result from weakened immunity due to leukemia.

Digestive and Weight Changes
Unexplained weight loss, blood in stool, bloating, and cramps can all signal issues like colon, liver, or ovarian can.cer. “Visible blood may be a warning of colorectal can.cer and warrants immediate medical evaluation.”

Skin, Nail, and Facial Changes
Pay attention to sores, discoloration, or nail changes. “Darkened or pale nails may signal skin, lung, or liver can.cer.” Facial swelling may occur when tumors block blood flow.