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  VISIT NOW: Canceronco.com Child Cancer: Symptoms, Causes, Types & Treatment Cancer is a leading cause of death for children and adolescents around the world and approximately  300,000 children  aged 0 to 19 years old are diagnosed with cancer each year. Childhood cancer generally cannot be prevented or screened. Most childhood cancers can be cured with generic medicines and other forms of treatments including surgery and radiotherapy. The color gold symbolizes how precious children are and the resiliency of childhood cancer heroes. Unlike other awareness ribbons which symbolize one specific disease, the childhood cancer ribbon stands for dozens of diseases. What Causes Cancer in Children? Cancer cause in children is generally genetically changes leading to out of control growth of single cell that beras capabilities to invade other distant tissues as well.Childhood cancer is made up of over a dozen different types and countless subtypes. Cancer in children can begin...

  What Is Colorectal Cancer And Related FAQs Q.1. What is Colorectal Cancer? Ans.  Colorectal cancer (CRC), is the development of cancer from the colon or rectum (parts of the large intestine). Q.2. What is Cancer? Ans.  Cancer is when cells in the body start to grow out of control. Cells in nearly any part of the body can become cancer, and can spread to other areas of the body. Q.3. How Does Colorectal Cancer Start? Ans.  Most colorectal cancers start as a growth on the inner lining of the colon or rectum. These growths are called polyps. Some types of polyps can change into cancer over time (usually many years), but not all polyps become cancer. Q.4. Types of Cancer in the Colon and Rectum Ans.  Different types of colorectal cancers:- Adenocarcinomas (most common) Carcinoid tumors. Lymphomas Sarcomas Q.5. Enumerate Factors that Can Increase a Person’s Risk of Colorectal Cancer? Ans.   Risk factors:- Overweight or obese Less physical activity Diet that’s ...

  Q.1 What is Cervical Cancer? Ans.  The cervix is the lower, narrow end of the uterus (the hollow, pear-shaped organ where a fetus grows). The cervix leads from the uterus to the vagina (birth canal). Cervical cancer occurs in the cells of the cervix.. Q. 2 What are Different Types of Cervical Cancer? Ans.  The main types of cervical cancer are: Squamous cell carcinoma. Adenocarcinoma. Very rarely, cancer occurs in other cells in the cervix. Q. 3 Enumerate the Risk Factors for Cervical Cancer? Ans.  Risk factors for cervical cancer include:- Many sexual partners. Early sexual activity. Other sexually transmitted infections (STIs). A weakened immune system. Smoking (Associated with squamous cell cervical cancer.) Exposure to miscarriage prevention drug.[Drug called diethylstilbestrol (DES)- associated increased risk of a certain type of cervical cancer called clear cell adenocarcinoma as reported in literature] Q. 4 What is Most Common Cause for Cervical Cancer? Ans....

  Bile Duct Cancer (Cholangiocarcinoma) Bile duct cancer is a rare disease, accounting for 10 to 20 percent of all liver cancers. It may cause symptoms such as jaundice, itching, abdominal pain and weight loss. Light colored stool or dark urine may also occur. The vast majority of these cancers are known as cholangiocarcinomas. This condition, also known as bile duct cancer, is an uncommon form of cancer that occurs mostly in people older than age 50, though it can occur at any age. See your doctor if you have persistent fatigue, abdominal pain, jaundice, or other signs and symptoms that bother you. Q. Is Cholangiocarcinoma a Liver Cancer? Ans.  Cholangiocarcinoma is a cancer that starts in the bile ducts — the tubes that connect the liver and the gallbladder to the small intestine. Q. What is the Survival Rate of Bile Duct Cancer? Ans.  The 5-year survival rate for people with early-stage extrahepatic bile duct cancer is 30%. If the cancer has spread to the regional lymp...

  Anal Cancer: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q 1. What is Anal Cancer? Ans.  Anal cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the anus. The anus is the opening at the lower end of the intestines. It’s where the end of the intestines connect to the outside of the body. Q 2. What are Different Types of Anal Cancer? Ans.  Anal cancers are often divided into 2 groups, which are sometimes treated differently: 1.  Cancers of the anal canal (above the anal verge) 2.  Cancers of the anal margin (below the anal verge) Q 3. What all Types of Tumor Can Develop in Anus and are They All Malignant/Cancerous? Ans.  Many types of tumors can develop in the anus. Not all of these tumors are cancers – some are benign (not cancer). Polyps Inflammatory polyps start because of irritation from injury or infection. Lymphoid polyps are caused by an overgrowth of lymph tissue (which is part of the immune system). Lymph tissue under the anal inner...

  10 Common Cancer Myths And Misconceptions C ancer Myths Questions answered by an eminent oncologist Dr Sajjan to enlighten the stuck path for society with respect to cancer and related myths. Q1. Is Cancer a Death Sentence? Ans.  The likelihood of dying from cancer has dropped steadily since the 1990s as there is advance screening programs available for early detection along with latest emerging trials with new target / specific technology . Five-year survival rates for some cancers, such as breast, prostate, and thyroid cancers, now are 90 percent or better. The 5-year disease free survival rate for all cancers combined is currently about 67 percent. This data is according to the annual report to the nation on the status of cancer. Q2. Do Artificial Sweeteners Cause Cancer? Ans.  No. Researchers have conducted studies on the safety of the artificial sweeteners (sugar substitutes) saccharin (Sweet ‘N Low®, Sweet Twin®, NectaSweet®); aspartame (Equal®, NutraSweet®); aces...

  About Breast Cancer And Its Various Stages It was just an ordinary day at OPD of the hospital . After bidding a to winter of Delhi, doctors and the long queue of patients all were looking to brace sizzling temperature and awaiting to welcome Summer at the national capital. My next patient, just about 32 years of age and mother of two small kids walked in with a face showing Brutal existence of realities of life, worry, ache, and distress written all over. Over a cold greeting and shake, She passed over the outcomes of mammogram and biopsy revealing a very early-stage breast cancer and ready to combat with an ailment she didn’t sign up for an opponent. As an Oncologist, sometimes it is very tough to deal with such younger patients that are resilient, put on their feelings and raw emotion in a way that is very different from older cancer sufferers. I started explaining to her about the course of remedy knowing the truth that the very first counselling consultation for a cancer pati...