They may be signs of cancers that affect the digestive system, such as colorectal or stomach cancer.
Bloating, persistent stomach or abdominal pain or nausea
Abdominal discomfort and pain — including bloating, a distended stomach or feeling full quickly when eating as well as nausea — may indicate a digestive system cancer like liver or pancreatic cancer as well as gynecologic cancers like ovarian cancer in women.
Mouth sores that won’t heal
If you have sores, lesions or white patches on your lips, tongue, gums or elsewhere in your mouth or throat that don’t go away, be sure to get them checked, especially if you use tobacco or drink heavily. These symptoms could indicate oral cancer.
Sometimes white patches in the mouth are precancerous sores caused by a condition called leukoplakia, which may develop into cancer, if untreated.
Changes in urinary or bowel habits
If you have constipation or diarrhea persistently for several weeks or more frequent or painful urination or bowel movements, make an appointment to see your doctor.
