Cancer Flashcards

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1
Q

Cancer is a result of…?

A

Changes in cells that lead to uncontrolled growth and division

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2
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______ tumours are the growth of abnormal cells which are contained in one area, usually within a ________. They do not invade ______ parts of the body

A

Benign
Membrane
Other

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3
Q

________ tumour cells are ______. They invade neighbouring ________ and spread to different parts of the body where they form ____________ tumours

A

Malignant
Cancers
Tissues
Secondary

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4
Q

Scientists have identified _______ risk factors for various types of cancer. There are also _______ risk factors for some cancers

A

Lifestyle

Genetic

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