You are a public health nurse giving a talk on the warning signals of cancer to a local community group. Which of the following are the warning signals of cancer? Select all that apply
A) Sores that don't heal
B) Unusual bleeding or discharge
C) Yellow discoloration of body area
D) Tenderness or pain
E) Persistent indigestion
A, B, E
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Seven warning signals of cancer should be familiar to all: (1) a change in bowel habits or bladder function, (2) sores that do not heal, (3) unusual bleeding or discharge, (4) thickening or lump in breast or other body parts, (5) persistent indigestion or difficulty swallowing, (6) a change in a wart or mole, and (7) a persistent nagging cough or hoarseness.
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