2B Cancer Flashcards
1
Q
When is cancer caused
A
When changes occur in cells that cause them to grow and divide out of control
2
Q
What are benign tumours
A
Where the tumour grows until there is no more room and stay in one place in the body and don’t spread to other bloody tissues
3
Q
What are the malignant tumours
A
Where the tumour grows and spreads to neighbouring healthy tissues and from secondary tumours. They can cause cancer
4
Q
What have scientists identified of cancerous risk factors
A
Risk factors linked to lifestyle
5
Q
What risks factors have been identified for certain types of cancer
A
Genetic
