Cancer T3 W3
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What is cancer
A malignant (very infectious) growth; one that has the ability to spread to other body parts
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What is a tumour
Abnormal mass of tissue resulting from uncontrolled cell divisions
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What is a malignant tumour
A tumour capable to spread to other body parts
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What does metastasis mean
Spreading of tumour cells to form secondary tumours
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What is a benign tumour
Tumours unable to spread to other body parts.
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When can benign tumours become dangerous
When exerting pressure onto vital organs like the brain.
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Carcinogens
Cancer causing agents like alcohol, cigarettes, UV, etc
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Why is it important to detect cancer early
Significantly increases chance of successful treatment and survival.
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