Codes and Frequencies
An 'X' indicates the category is available for that sample
Code | Label |
87
|
---|---|---|
0 | NIU | X |
1 | Not mentioned | X |
2 | Mentioned | X |
9 | Unknown | X |
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Description
For sample persons ages 18 and older, CSIGNBOWL indicates if the person thinks changes in bowel or bladder habits are a warning sign or symptom of cancer.
This variable is part of the attitudes and knowledge section of the Cancer Control
supplement introduced in the 1987 survey. For more information on the variables included in this section, please see CRSTRES, or use the IPUMS NHIS search function and drop-down menus.
Universe
- 1987: Half of sample persons age 18+ (excluded from CAEP supplement).
Availability
- 1987
Survey Text
1987 |
1987
Survey form
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3. What do you think are the warning signs or symptoms of cancer?
Mark all mentioned, do not probe.
Mark all mentioned, do not probe.
1 [] Weight loss/ loss of appetite
1 [] Change in bowel or bladder habits
1 [] Unusual bleeding or discharge
1 [] Lump in breast or elsewhere
1 [] Indigestion
1 [] Difficulty in swallowing
1 [] Change in a wart or mole
1 [] Nagging cough or hoarseness
1 [] Chest pain
1 [] Shortness of breath
1 [] Sores that don't heal
1 [] Tired/fatigued
1 [] Changes on skin/rash/blemish/sunspots/blotches
1 [] Other (Specify) ____
1 [] DK
1 [] Change in bowel or bladder habits
1 [] Unusual bleeding or discharge
1 [] Lump in breast or elsewhere
1 [] Indigestion
1 [] Difficulty in swallowing
1 [] Change in a wart or mole
1 [] Nagging cough or hoarseness
1 [] Chest pain
1 [] Shortness of breath
1 [] Sores that don't heal
1 [] Tired/fatigued
1 [] Changes on skin/rash/blemish/sunspots/blotches
1 [] Other (Specify) ____
1 [] DK
Weights
- 1987 : SAMPWEIGHT