9. Tumors may be Benign (not cancer) or Malignant (cancer).
• The word tumor simply refers to a mass.
• This is a general term that can refer to benign (generally
harmless) or malignant (cancerous) growths.
• Not all tumors are malignant, or cancerous.
• Cancer does not cause pain, so do not wait to feel pain before
seeing a doctor.
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15. Warning Signs of Cancer
• Unexplained weight loss . Fatigue.
• Night sweats . Loss of appetite.
• New, persistent pain . vomiting.
• Blood in urine . Blood in stool