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CAUTION Acronym for Cancer Warning Signs

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CAUTION Acronym for Cancer Warning Signs

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What does the letter 'C' in the CAUTION acronym for cancer stand for?

Unusual bleeding or discharge

Change in bowel or bladder habits (correct)

A sore that doesn't heal

Thickening or lump in breast or elsewhere

What does the letter 'A' in the CAUTION acronym for cancer indicate?

A sore that doesn't heal (correct)

Obvious change in a wart or mole

Change in bowel or bladder habits

Unusual bleeding or discharge

What is represented by the letter 'U' in CAUTION?

Indigestion or difficulty swallowing

Unusual bleeding or discharge (correct)

Nagging cough or hoarseness

Thickening or lump in breast or elsewhere

What does the letter 'T' represent in the CAUTION acronym for cancer?

Thickening or lump in breast or elsewhere Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'I' in CAUTION signify?

Indigestion or difficulty swallowing Signup and view all the answers

In the CAUTION acronym, what does the letter 'O' refer to?

Obvious change in a wart or mole Signup and view all the answers

What does the letter 'N' in the CAUTION acronym stand for?

Nagging cough or hoarseness Signup and view all the answers

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CAUTION Acronym for Cancer Warning Signs

C: Change in bowel or bladder habits; significant because it can indicate colorectal or bladder cancer.
A: A sore that doesn’t heal; important as persistent sores may signify skin or other types of cancer.
U: Unusual bleeding or discharge; can be a warning for various cancers, including breast or uterine cancer.
T: Thickening or lump in breast or elsewhere; critical for early detection of breast cancer and other tumor formations.
I: Indigestion or difficulty swallowing; often associated with cancers of the digestive system, such as esophageal cancer.
O: Obvious change in a wart or mole; signifies possible skin cancer, especially if there are alterations in size, shape, or color.
N: Nagging cough or hoarseness; can indicate lung or throat cancer, particularly if symptoms persist over time.

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This quiz focuses on the CAUTION acronym, which outlines key warning signs of cancer that everyone should be aware of. Each letter in the acronym represents a different important symptom to watch for, potentially aiding in early detection and treatment. Understanding these signs can play a crucial role in health awareness and prevention.