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Suspected cancer: recognition and referral

NICE guideline [NG12] Published: 23 June 2015 Last updated: 02 October 2023

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  • Symptoms that might suggest cancer
  • Mouth, throat and neck
  • Breasts and armpits
  • Chest
  • Abdomen, stomach, bowels and bottom
  • Back and bones
  • Groin and pelvis (including genitals and urinary organs)
  • Skin and soft tissue
  • General symptoms
  • Test results
  • Symptoms of cancer in children and young people
  • If you are referred for suspected cancer
  • If you have some possible symptoms of cancer but have not been referred
  • Questions to ask about suspected cancer
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Sources of advice and support

Sources of advice and support

  • Macmillan Cancer Support, 0808 808 0000

  • Cancer Research UK, 0808 800 4040

  • Teenage Cancer Trust, mailto:hello@teenagecancertrust.org

  • Rarer Cancers Foundation, 0800 334 5551

You can also go to NHS Choices for more information.

NICE is not responsible for the quality or accuracy of any information or advice provided by these organisations.

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