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Abdo and Urological Cancer
Posted or Updated on 6 Jul 2025
The department of health and social care recently ran the Help Us Help You: Abdominal and Urological Symptoms of Cancer campaign. The campaign raises awareness of abdominal and urological symptoms that could be a sign of cancer.
This campaign aims to encourage individuals with potential cancer symptoms to contact their GP for earlier diagnosis and better outcomes. It raises awareness of abdominal and urological symptoms, particularly diarrhoea or abdominal discomfort lasting three weeks or more, and blood in urine, even once, which can indicate various cancers.
Persistent tummy troubles that can be possible signs of cancer include:
- Diarrhoea
- Being bloated most days
- Discomfort in the tummy area or constipation
- Nausea/feeling sick
- Blood in your poo/pee
If you have any of these for three weeks or more, contact your GP practice. You should also contact them if you notice any other unusual changes such as a lump in the tummy area, post-menopausal bleeding, abnormal vaginal bleeding, or unexplained weight loss, as these can also be signs of cancer.
A easy read document about the various symptoms can be found via the link below.
While it’s probably nothing serious, any of these symptoms could be a sign of something that needs treatment. If it is cancer, finding it early makes it more treatable and can save lives. If your symptoms continue, change, or get worse, it’s important to go back to your GP practice.
If you’ve had tummy troubles for three weeks or more or noticed blood in your pee – even just once, tell your GP – they will want to see you and you won’t be wasting their time
For more information on cancer signs and symptoms go to nhs.uk/cancersymptoms or check out the below sections of our website.