Routine tests are important, but it’s also important to tune into your body and notice any unusual or unexplained changes. Cancer can present in subtle ways, and is often overlooked until symptoms become severe. Here are 20 signs that are commonly overlooked but may indicate different types of cancer:

1: Wheezing or shortness of breath.
Difficulty breathing or wheezing, especially without a known cause, can indicate lung cancer.

2: Chronic cough or chest pain:
It may mimic respiratory problems but may indicate underlying conditions such as leukemia or lung tumors.

3: Fever or recurrent infections:
Recurrent fever or infections can be an indicator of blood cancers such as leukemia, affecting the body’s immune response.

4: Difficulty swallowing:
Difficulty swallowing may indicate cancer of the esophagus or throat, which requires medical evaluation.

5: Enlarged lymph nodes or masses:
Enlarged lymph nodes or masses can be an early sign of cancer affecting the lymphatic system.

6: Bruising or excessive bleeding:
Abnormal bleeding or bruising may indicate leukemia or platelet problems associated with cancer.

7: Weakness and fatigue:
Unexplained fatigue and weakness, not relieved by rest, can be symptoms of various types of cancer.

8: Abdominal bloating or weight gain:
Sudden abdominal bloating or weight gain, especially in women, may indicate ovarian cancer.

9: Feeling full and unable to eat:
Loss of appetite and feeling full despite eating minimal food can be linked to ovarian cancer.

10: Pelvic or abdominal pain:
Persistent pain or cramps in the pelvic or abdominal area may be a sign of ovarian or colorectal cancer.

11: Rectal bleeding or blood in the stool:
Blood in the stool or rectal bleeding is a common finding in the diagnosis of colorectal cancer.

12: Unexplained weight loss:
Rapid weight loss without changing diet may indicate gastrointestinal cancers or the spread of cancer to other organs.

13: Stomach upset or pain:
Recurrent stomach discomfort or pain may be an indication of colorectal or gastrointestinal cancer.

14:Breast changes:
Redness, pain, or unusual lumps in the breast may indicate breast cancer, especially if accompanied by changes in the nipple.

15: Nipple changes:
Flat, inverted, or inverted nipples can be early signs of breast cancer.

16: Unusually heavy or painful periods:
Excessive menstrual bleeding or an abnormal menstrual cycle may indicate gynecological cancers such as endometrial or uterine cancer.

17: Swelling of facial features:
Swelling or puffiness of the face, especially in lung cancer patients, may be due to blocked blood vessels.

18: Skin changes or sores:
Untreated sores, flaky skin, or unusual growths can indicate various skin cancers.

19: Changes in nails:
Nail changes such as brown or black lines, clubbing, or pale nails may indicate different types of cancer.

20: Back pain or lower right side:
Pain in the back or liver area may be an early sign of liver cancer or metastatic breast cancer.
Staying alert and seeking medical care for persistent or unusual symptoms can help detect cancer early and improve treatment outcomes. Regular checkups and self-examinations are also essential for proactive cancer care.