Cancer

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WHAT IS CANCER:
                               Cancer is group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to invade or spread to other parts of the body.These contrast with benign tumors which do not spread.

RISK FACTORS:

1.Family history

2.Genetics

3.Radiations exposure

4.Smoking

5.Obesity

6.Diet

7.Hormones

8.Chemicals

SIGN AND SYMPTOMS OF CANCER:

1.Persistent cough or blood tinged saliva

2.Change in bowel habits

3.Blood in stools

4.Unexplained anemia

5.Breast lump or breast discharge

6.Lumps in the testicles

7.Change in urination

8.Blood in urine

9.Hoarseness 

10.Indigestion or difficulty swallowing

11.Vaginal bleeding or discharge

12.Unexpected weight loss fever and night sweats

DIAGNOSIS:

1.Screening

2.Blood tests 

3.X rays 

4.CT Scans

5.Endoscopy

MANAGEMENT:

1.Chemotherapy

2.Radiation therapy

3.Surgery

4.Palliative care

5.Immunotherapy

6.Laser therapy