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Cancer is a condition where cells in a specific part of the body grow and reproduce uncontrollably. The cancerous cells can invade and destroy surrounding healthy tissue, including organs.
Cancer sometimes begins in one part of the body before spreading to other areas. This process is known as metastasis.
Changes to your body’s normal processes or unusual, unexplained symptoms can sometimes be an early sign of cancer.
Symptoms that need to be checked by a doctor include:
But in many cases your symptoms will not be related to cancer and will be caused by other, non-cancerous health conditions.
Read more about the signs and symptoms of cancer.
Making some simple changes to your lifestyle can significantly reduce your risk of developing cancer.
For example:
The Macmillan Cancer Support website has more information about
how a healthy lifestyle can help reduce your chances of developing cancer.
While everyone is being told to stay at home, it can be hard to know what to do if you’re unwell.
It’s still important to get help from a GP if you have symptoms that you’re worried about.
Find out about using the NHS during coronavirus.
Macmillan have also produced a helpful leaflet about the Signs and Symptoms of Cancer which includes key tips and advice to help when talking to your doctor, nurse or GP practice.
Download the Macmillan PDF Leaflet Signs and Symptoms of Cancer