Cancer

Question 1

Cancer biology

Answer 1

Cells become genetically mutated, and these abnormal cells divide to grow uncontrollably
May be benign (not cancer) or malignant (cancer)
Death occurs where these cells affect a major organ to the point where its function is significantly compromised.

Question 2

Types of cancer (most incidence, mortality, second for females and males)

Answer 2

Most incidence: skin
Most mortality: lung
Second most frequent for women: Breast
Second most frequent for men: Prostate

Question 3

Skin cancer (ABCDE)

Answer 3

A: Asymmetry 
B: Border
C: Color 
D: Diameter 
E: Evolving

Question 4

Screening vs Testing

Answer 4

Screening: General examinations done on “healthy” individuals who may have the disease
Testing: Done on those who are suspected of having cancer. More specific examinations, such as biopsy which is removal of tissue that is suspected of cancerous for further testing.

Question 5

Cancer Treatment

Answer 5

Surgical removal 
Chemotherapy
Radiation therapy
Immunotherapy
Gene therapy
Hormone therapy

Question 6

Reducing cancer risk

Answer 6

Don’t smoke, avoid second-hand smoke
Reduce exposure to carcinogens (UV lights, radiation, etc)
Cancer-smart nutrition (reduce fat, BBQed foods)
Receive available vaccinations (HPV)
Get a good night sleep
Early detection through screenings