Cancer Flashcards
1
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What is cancer
A
Caused by changes in cells that lead to uncontrolled growth/cell devision
2
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What are benign tumours
A
Growths of abnormal cells, contained in one area, doesn’t spread to other parts of the body
3
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What are malignant tumours
A
Cancerous, spreads to other parts of the body (via the blood), forming secondary tumours
4
Q
What are the two treatments of cancer
A
Radiotherapy and chemotherapy
