cancer Flashcards
1
Q
what is cancer
A
uncontrolled growth and division of cells
2
Q
what do uncontrolled cells form
A
tumours
3
Q
what is a benign tumour
A
benign tumours are not cancerous and stay in one place rather then invading other tissues
4
Q
what are malignant tumours
A
these tumours are cancerous as they spread into neighbouring tissues. they invade tissues and form secondary tumours. they can be fatal
5
Q
what risk factors can be through lifestyle
A
smoking
obesity
uv exposure
viral infection
