Types Of Cancer
Cells In The Breast Mutate And Grow Uncontrollably, Forming Tumors That Can Be Invasive
Breast Cancer
Name a Possible Sign Or Symptom Of Cancer
Unexplained Weight Loss, Persistent Fatigue, Fever, Pain, And Skin Changes...
This Lifestyle Factor, Often Linked To High-Calorie, Low-Nutrient Diets, Is A Leading Cause Of Many Cancers.
Obesity/Excess Body Weight
Major Side Effect Of Chemotherapy
Loss Of Hair
How Many Bones Are In The Human Body?
206
Abnormal Cell Growth In The Epidermis, Primarily Caused By UV Radiation From The Sun Or Tanning Beds
Skin Cancer
Persistent Cough That Lasts For More Than 3 Weeks, Worsens Over Time, Or Brings Up Blood Or Rust-Colored Phlegm Could Be A Sign Of ______ Cancer
Lung
Probably The Most Significant Risk Factor For Cancer (Often Unavoidable)
Age (65 Years Or Older)
Women Begin This Screening For Breast Cancer At Age 45.
Mammogram
Should You Pee On A Jellyfish Sting?
Nope; This Is A Myth
Cancer Of The Blood-Forming Tissues (Bone Marrow and Lymphatic System) Where Rapid, Abnormal White Blood Cell Production Crowds Out Healthy Blood Cells
Leukemia
Persistent Changes In Bowel Habits Could Be A Sign Of _____ Cancer
Colon
Using This Thing Is A Leading Cause For Nearly 30% Of Cancer Deaths
Tobacco Use/Smoking
These Are The "Big Three" Most Common Cancer Treatments, Often Used In Combination
Surgery, Chemotherapy, and Radiation
Where Is The Highest Concentration Of Sweat Glands?
The Palms Of The Hands And Soles Of The Feet
Define Carcinoma
Most Common Type Of Cancer, Developing In The Epithelial Tissues That Line Organs, Glands, Or Skin
Jaundice, Unexplained Weight Loss, Loss Of Appetite, And Upper Abdominal Pain That May Radiate To The Back Could Be A Sign Of ______ Cancer
Pancreatic
This Often Unavoidable Factor Plays A Role In 5-10% Of Cancers (Has To Do With Mutations)
Genetic Factors/Family History
This Diagnostic Procedure Can Both Detect And Remove Polyps
Colonoscopy
Who Is Known As The "Father Of Medicine"?
Hippocrates
Mrs. Brownlee's Room Number
245