Cancer Flashcards
1
Q
Benigm
A
- The tumour isn’t cancerous or dangerous
- tumour stays in one place instead of invading other tissues
2
Q
Malignant
A
- tumour grows and spreads to form secondary tumours
- the are cancerous
- cells can break off and spread healthy tissues
3
Q
What are cancers risk factor?
A
- smoking e.g. linked to lung disease
- Genetics
- obesity
4
Q
The catagories of risk factors of cancers are…
A
Genes and Lifestyle
5
Q
What causes tumours?
A
when cells divide and grow excessively in the body
