• Ali TUFAN
• November 23, 2017
• 4 comments
• Travel, Skill, Jobs

What is cancer?

What is cancer? Cancer occurs when certain cells in the body grow uncontrollably, damaging surrounding tissue or spreading to other organs. Common symptoms Symptoms vary depending on the type of cancer. Common ones include: Unexplained weight loss Prolonged fatigue Appearance of a new lump or swelling in the body A wound that does not heal Abnormal bleeding Persistent cough or hoarseness Changes in bowel or bladder habits Difficulty swallowing Unexplained chronic pain Having these symptoms does not necessarily mean one has cancer; they can also be caused by other common illnesses. Types of cancer Examples include: Breast cancer Lung cancer Mouth/throat cancer Liver cancer Colorectal (colon) cancer Prostate cancer Cervical cancer Blood cancers (leukemia, lymphoma, etc.) Causes / Risk factors Causes vary depending on the type. Factors such as tobacco use, alcohol consumption, certain infections, excess weight, excessive sun exposure, and a family history of cancer can increase the risk of developing certain cancers. Treatment Depending on the type, stage, and location of the cancer in the body, treatments such as: Surgery Chemotherapy Radiation therapy Immunotherapy Targeted therapy Hormone therapy ...may be used individually or in combination. Please tell me which cancer you would like to know about (e.g., breast cancer, lung cancer, oral cancer); I will explain its symptoms, tests, stages, and treatments in detail in Telugu.