Oncology Flashcards
1
Q
What does persistent mean in oncology?
A
More than 2 weeks
2
Q
Define unusual?
A
A change from normal for this patient
3
Q
Define Haemoptysis?
A
Coughing up blood
4
Q
Define Dysuria
A
Pain passing urine
5
Q
Define Haematuria
A
Blood in urine
6
Q
Define rectal bleeding
A
Blood in stool sample
7
Q
Define dysphagia
A
Difficult or painful swallowing
8
Q
What is a stage 0 cancer?
A
Carcinoma in situ
9
Q
What is a stage 1 cancer?
A
Localised
10
Q
What is a stage 2 cancer?
A
Early locally advanced
11
Q
What is a stage 3 cancer?
A
Late locally advanced
12
Q
What is a stage 4 cancer?
A
Metastasized
