One bird consoling another that has skin cancer

Types of cancer

There are lots of different types of cancer with varying symptoms and treatments. Use this section to find out more about the most common types of cancer.

Common cancers

Bladder cancer Blood cancer Bowel cancer Brain cancer Breast cancer Cervical cancer Head and neck cancer Liver, biliary, and pancreatic cancer Lung cancer Oesophageal and stomach cancers Ovarian cancer Prostate cancer Skin cancer Testicular cancer

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Cancer Research UK

Symptom checker

If you are experiencing potential symptoms and want to learn a bit more about what these could mean, try our symptom checker.

Symptom checker

Your GP practice wants to hear from you

If you are concerned about any unusual, persistent symptoms, contact your GP practice. You’re not wasting anyone's time.

Your first appointment might be by phone but the nurse or doctor will invite you in if any further examination or tests are required. Just let the receptionist know what your symptoms are and how long you have had them.

How to talk to the doctor about symptoms?

Douglas Rigg, GP

If you are worried about unexplained bleeding, an unusual lump, unexplained weight loss or something that doesn’t feel normal for you, we want to know. Don’t be embarrassed or sit at home worrying, give your GP practice a call. It probably won’t be cancer but if it is, finding cancer earlier can mean a much wider range of treatment options being available, and a better chance of living well again.