Common cancers: oral, breast, cervical

smoke_freeOral cancer

Tobacco (gutkha, khaini, bidi, cigarette) and alcohol cause mouth cancer. Signs: white or red patch in the mouth, ulcer that does not heal in 2 weeks, difficulty opening the mouth.

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Remember

Encourage tobacco users to quit. Tobacco quit line: 1800-11-2356.

womanBreast cancer

Signs: lump in breast or armpit, change in shape of breast, discharge or blood from the nipple, skin like orange peel. Women aged 30 and above should get a breast examination.

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Remember

A painless lump also needs a check-up.

womanCervical cancer

Signs: bleeding between periods, after sex, or after menopause, and foul-smelling discharge. Women aged 30-65 should get the VIA screening test. HPV vaccine for girls prevents it.

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Remember

Cervical cancer is fully curable if found early.

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infoFor training ASHA workers. Always follow your ANM, Medical Officer and the latest Government guidelines. In an emergency, call 108.