281,550
Common Symptoms
Clinical Trials
116,660
TIP
People who smoke have the greatest risk of lung cancer, though lung cancer can also occur in people who have never smoked.
Breast cancer is most often associated with having a breast lump. However, your symptoms may vary depending on your specific type of breast cancer.
Common Symptoms
Common Symptoms
69,980
TIP
Most medical organizations recommend starting screening around age 50, or earlier if you have risk factors for colorectal cancer.
Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing any of these symptoms.
Top 3
Most Common Types of Cancer for Men
and Women in the United States in 2021
Breast
Visible differences in one or both breast
Lung
A cough that does not
go away or gets worse
Abdominal pain
Colorectal
TIP
Clinical Trials
Clinical Trials
570 trials recruiting in the United States.
305 trials recruiting in the United States.
305 trials recruiting in the United States.
Clinical Trials
Talk to your doctor about
getting a colonoscopy.
TIP
Weakness or fatigue
Common Symptoms
620 trials recruiting in the United States.
Clinical Trials
The risk of lung cancer increases with the length of time and number of cigarettes smoked.
TIP
Unexplained weight loss
Common Symptoms
Lung
119,100
316 trials recruiting in the United States.
Clinical Trials
TIP
Consult your doctor for treatment options.
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Common Symptoms
248,530
Prostate
Colorectal
79,520
Shortness of breath
Unexplained weight loss
A lump or swelling in the underarm lymph nodes
Breast or nipple pain
A change in your bowel habits
Weakness or fatigue
Burning or pain during urination
Loss of bladder control
Shortness of breath
A cough that does not
go away or gets worse
A change in your bowel habits
Abdominal pain
620 trials recruiting in the United States.
Cancer experts can build a treatment plan individualized for each patient including evidence-based treatments and supportive care services.
Blood in urine (hematuria)
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Colorectal cancer screening reduces the risk of cancer by identifying precancerous polyps that could develop into cancer.
If you smoke talk to your doctor about strategies for quitting smoking.
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If you have concerns with changes in your breasts, ask your doctor to review your symptoms and determine any need for further evaluation.
Make an appointment with your doctor if you have any persistent signs or symptoms that worry you.
Ask your doctor when you should begin screening.