How can someone know if they have cancer? Are there any health check up packages or screening tests available for early cancer detection?

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Dr Rohinipriyanka Pondugula

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Cancer may show as weight loss, lumps, bleeding, or long cough. No single test detects all cancers, but basic screening (CBC, ESR, LFT, USG) and tumor markers if advised can help early detection based on symptoms and risk.

Dr. Rohinipriyanka Suggests...

Take a CBC+ESR Test or Take a LFT (Liver Function) Test Test

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Answered 09/09/2025

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