Which of the following is NOT a warning sign of cancer?

• A. Nonhealing Sore
• B. Weight Gain
• C. Change In Moles
• D. Change In Bowel Patterns

Answer: (B)

Unexplained changes that persist despite normal eating and activity are red flags for cancer. A nonhealing sore can signal ongoing tissue damage or cancer in the skin or mouth. A change in a mole—alterations in size, shape, color, or border—can indicate melanoma or other skin cancers. A change in bowel patterns can reflect cancers of the colon or other parts of the digestive tract. Weight gain is not a typical warning sign of cancer; more often, cancer presents with unintended weight loss. If someone experiences unexpected, persistent weight loss or any of the other warning signs, it’s important to seek medical evaluation promptly.