Doctor explains key cancer warning signs after Dolly Parton’s death at 80

 Country music legend Dolly Parton has died at 80 following what her team described as a brief battle with cancer. While the type of cancer she was battling has not been revealed, a doctor is highlighting several warning signs people should know about.

Dolly Parton died Tuesday at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, surrounded by loved ones. The type of cancer Parton was battling has not been revealed.

Her death comes as doctors continue to stress the importance of recognizing possible warning signs of cancer early on, particularly symptoms that can be easy to dismiss.

Dr. Jiri Kubes, a radiation oncologist and medical director at Proton Therapy Center, said one common misconception is that cancer shows up with dramatic symptoms right away.