Cancer Information

Cancer . . .????????????????? do you have to have cemo for all types of cancer or are there somethat doesn't require it?? Also, what types of cancer are genetic and do both of your parents have to carry it for you to get it or does only one need to?? Please help me! My mom had 2 types of cancer and I don't know if my father did or not because I do not know who he is. Please help! Please!!

....cancer? its been about 2 months since I've posted anything about throat sicknesses and i got over everything but last week or so i noticed my lymph gland is stiill swollen.....oh and i noticed a lump in my armpit it appeared a couple weeks ago i thought it was an ingrown hair but it isnt... you think its related to cancer?

CANCER?????????????????????????????????????????????????? went to a specialist after months of severe neck pain...and on the Mri it showed a white lump on my neck. The dr didn't seem concerned and had me have a ct scan. He said it was a benign hemangioma and nothing to worry about. This lump has been killing me, feeling like it was twisting my neck, last night I was up till 7:30 am. I also developed chest pain..and pain in my left side, could that be the spleen? I don't know what the problem is, and the dr's don't have a clue either...any ideas? Could this be cancer? Aren't malignant tumors not painful and benign ones painful? If it isn't cancer...then what?? I had lyme disease last year but was treated...is it possible I wasn't on medication long enough? The tick bite has gotten red again...from last year?? Or is this just a coincidence? I also have severe burning on my left side, by the ribs..and what I assume is the spleen looks enlarged. I have joint pain, and my back burns so much that I thought I had a heating pad on lol...my mom said that means inflamation of the kidneys??? Is this cancer? Lyme disease? IDK I had lyme disease last year, but was treated. I have joint pain,and the bite where the tick bit turns red on occasional days, but that was last year? I have had some headaches and hearing loss...LYME DISEASE?

cANCER ?????????????????????????????? k when you have ovarian having your period.? I've never even kissed a guy let alone have *** with one. so I can't be preggers sooooo???? I also just got my period this year soo just let me know.

______________cAnCeR_______________? I HAD HPV BUT IT WAS THE LOW CASE AND I WAS JUST WONDER IF THEY DIDNT GET TO IT IN TIME WOULD THEY HAVE HAD TO CUT EVERYTHING OFF DOWN THERE???????

How can cancer develop in really healthy people taking good care of themselves? A heavy smoker can develop lung cancer because of harmful chemicals overtime to his lungs. But sometimes, lung cancer can develop in a nonsmoker's lung. Or breast cancer can develop in a healthy woman's body. Don't get me wrong. I know that healthy people are much less likely to get cancer. However, sometimes cancer can develop in healthy people.

What are some cancer diet-friendly meals for my neighbor with pancreatic cancer? My neighbor has pancreatic cancer. Both she and her husband are both elderly and my husband and I want to help them with their upcoming family dinner to celebrate their son's engagement. I understand a cancer patient's palate can be extra-sensitive and she has talked to me about the chemo-induced nausea she deals with daily so I want to make sure it best meets her needs. From those with experience, what would you recommend we make for them? We're looking for entree and dessert ideas. Thank you!

What types of cancer are common during late adolescence and early adulthood? Is there a good website to look up this information? I tried googling it I'm not getting any good results. I'm just curious as to what types of cancer I should be aware or concerned about. I am 18 and I know I shouldn't be too concerned about cancer at this age, but it does happen. I don't know my medical history and I have no idea whether my family has a history of cancer or not.

What is the best way to cure esophageal cancer? My father is suffering from esophageal cancer. The cancer has affected a nerve near his throat causing him to lose his voice. Also, it has already metastasized to two other organs. He has been treated with combined chemotherapy and radiation therapy for half a year, but his cancer shows no sign of shrinking and it's gradually growing. His doctor says he cannot surgically remove the cancer because the cancer is adjacent to nerves and important organs and such an operation will damage the adjacent areas. Isn't there any good way to cure his cancer?

Why does cancer appear in some places more frequently than others? For example, people get tumors in their lungs, bladder, stomach, intestines, brain, breasts,and other organs but you never see anyone developing cancer on their fingers, feet, thighs, etc... Cancer is suppose to be able to develop on any tissue in the body so why does it appear more frequently in certain areas? Can someone please explain this to me, I really want to know.

How is it possible that healthy people can get cancer? Despite healthy people eating the right and healthy foods with good exercise, how is it possible that these people who take good care of themselves get cancer? But isn't it suppose to be the other way around? In other words, I mean that people who don't take care of their health and eat fatty, unhealthy foods get cancer. I doesn't make sense when healthy people like healthy non-smoking, healthy people get lung cancer. I know the causes of cancer is to eat unhealthy foods and not do many healthy activities. But my question is...... What is the cause of lung cancer for people who are non-smokers and take good care of their health? The wife the actor Christopher Reeve(Dana Reeve) died from lung cancer even though she was a non-smoker and a very healthy person. When you choose to answer my question, don't answer with "that's how life is" or "that's the way it is" or "life is unfair". Please give a specific and elaborate answer to my question. Is nature responsible?

How is cancer is more potent than a cell inflicted with a virus if they have similar characteristics? A virus is foreign RNA enters the body and actually becomes part of the cell's DNA. Cancer is caused when the DNA of a cell becomes mutated one way or another and the cell will divide and replicate uncontrollably. Both "virused" and cancerous cells are cells with mutations in the DNA. To me, virus is just RNA that causes mutation from the outside whereas cancer is mutations that come from within. Where is the real difference between these two mutations, if not in potency and ability to damage the body?

What is the difference between Colon Cancer and Intestinal Cancer? And how does one get screened for Intestinal cancer? Colon cancer runs in my family and I have a colonoscopy every year. But I found out that a close relative has Intestinal cancer.

Is anyone else upset that breast cancer is the only publicized awareness month? I'm all for cancer awareness but why is breast cancer the only publicized cancer awareness month? Many people suffer from all types of cancer daily and I've had family suffer from both Leukemia and Pancreatic Cancer. It's seems that if a celebrity is diagnosed with a cancer or has died from a cancer that's the only way awareness will be publicized. Now that Patrick Swayze has passed I'm sure Pancreatic cancer will be well known coming this November (Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month) Does anyone agree?

What are my chances of getting cancer in all my situations? On my dad side, his mother died of breast cancer, his sister had cervical cancer and i believe another one had ovarian.(My dad has like nine brothers and sisters so it's confusing) On my mom side, her mother and father both died from colon cancer. What are my chances of getting these any of these in my situation? I'm 14, so when should i start taking precautions for these cancers? I'm kinda nervous for my future. Thank you.

What type of cancer starts at the cervix and spreads to the lympy nodes in your back? Ok my friend moms has got cancer she almost died this past spring so what type of cancer spreads from the cervix and spreads to the lympy nodes in in her neck.Two weeks ago couldn't breath and had to be rushed to the hospital.How long does a person live with that.I know intill the good lord takes her away and alot of times the doctor can tell you that you have so long to live but alot of times there wrong.Can someone help me out.

I want to contribute to Cancer research, but there are so many different groups. How do you decide? I got 3 solicitations just today, Nat'l Found. for Cancer Research, Nat'l Breast Cancer Research Center and the Nat'l Cancer Research Center. I also get them from local agencies on a regular basis.

What is my cancer risk after having a benign tumor removed along with the ovary it was on? I had abdominal surgery to remove a benign tumor from one of my ovaries. My doctor said the ovary had to be removed and one of my tubes had to be removed because they were abnormal. I was wondering, with a strong family history of female cancers and having this happen to me what my risk is for getting a female cancer?

How many skin cancer cases are in diffrent countries? Hello, We have to do an oral presentation in Health Education about skin cancer. I need to know the skin cancer cases in -Australia -Unites States -Spain to make a diagram. Please help me if you know that. Thank you.

What causes skin cancer and what are the effects? Well, I am 13, and I have gotten two severe sunburns this past month. My mom said they were pretty bad, and they can cause skin cancer in the future. Is this really true? If not what are the real causes of skin cancer? What are the effects?

What is the difference between metastasized brain cancer and cancer that started in the brain? My mother had lung cancer a year ago and although it has not returned, she now has a tumor in her brain the size of a dime. It is cancerous .... so what is the prognosis and what is the difference between this type of brain cancer (where it originated in the lungs) and brain cancer that originiates in the brain. Also, what is the prognosis?

What's a reliable cancer/ cancer research foundation to donate to? I recently got quite a sum of money and am planning to donate to assist patients with cancer or cancer research. I also want to make sure that the money goes directly into helping the cause, and not into someone's paycheck. Plz help me find the most reliable/ best foundations or let me know what you recommend! Thanks.

What are the symptoms of cancer? How can someone diagnose if he has cancer? Just wondering what the symptoms of cancer are? How can a person recongnize if he/she might have cancer? Is there any way you can tell in general? What instructions/advices/recommendations could you give? Additional info would be helpful! Thanks! What should I do if I want to make sure I don't have cancer?

What kind of cancer could cause a dog to limp? My dogs been limping and someone said cancer could cause it. What kind of cancer could cause a dog to limp?

What are the available Cytotron cancer treatment centers in India? Could someone give the complete addresses? What are the available Cytotron cancer treatment centers in India? Could someone give the complete addresses? I heard of Ludhiana and Bangalore using cytotron to treat cancer. I have the Ludhiana center address but need the address of the Cytotron cancer treatment center in Bangalore. Thanks.

How long do cancer patients in Canada have to wait before starting treatment? Honest question. I've read that if you get cancer in Canada and can't afford to go outside Canada for treatment, you're pretty much dead. What's the average wait time between starting treatment after being diagnosed with cancer in Canada?

How do I plan a cancer walk for my school? Next year, I want to plan to have a cancer walk that students can participate in, but I have never been in charge of planning a cancer walk before. What advice do you have? Who can I get in contact with to do this? Should other people be allowed into the cancer walk? Should we put together teams to walk that day? Any suggestions are appreciated and will be taken seriously. dink2925, I am perfectly aware of the way cancer has affected and changed our society. I have many loved ones who have been diagnosed with the cancer throughout my 14 years of existence, and I have decided to raise awareness to this and to do raise money to help provide treatment for these people. I am doing something about a major illness in the United States, something that I believe is just as important as picking up trash on the side of the road.

What make pancreatic cancer so different from other cancers? From everything that I have read about pancreatic cancer it is uncurable. Breast cancer, leukemia, and other kinds of cancer can be cured/brought into remission and I was wondering what is so different about pancreatic cancer that does not allow this type of cancer to be cured/go into remission?

How long does cancer exist?When was the first case diagnosed and what type of cancer was it? Okay I just want to know if cancer has been around forever. Can someone give me more info on this disease's origin.

What is the difference between breast cancer and breast tissue cancer? What is the difference apart from the location (do not include the symptoms) What are the possible rates for a 15 year old to get breast cancer and a 15 year old to get breast tissue cancer? I really need to know if my friend is lying to me, I only found out yesterday the she had it.

What are the chances of getting cancer from using skin bleaching creams? I recently bought a bleaching cream that contains the ingredient Hydroquinone that from what ive heard, can cause cancer. I'm scared, and I'm not sure if I should start using it or not. What exactly are the chances of getting cancer and how exactly would it cause cancer? Thankyou >< Thanks Ellen :) I'm starting to persuade myself not to use it anymore.

How can cancer proliferate, if the immune system destroys it from the beginning? IF the immune system recognizes a cancer cell from the beginning-before it divides greatly-why can't it destroy the cell? If this is naive, it is because I am just learning on the subject.

What is the best cancer prevention you can recommend? Cancer runs all over my family and I want to provide my family with the best chance of prevention.. as a mom and as a wife. What cancer prevention tips do you have? Look for Food, Herbs, General Health tips etc. Thanks!

How are cancer cells similar to normal cells, and how are they different? I know that a similarity would be cells regenerate, and a difference would be cancer cells grow uncontrollably. Is there anything else?

What are three factors that affect breast cancer penetrance? What are three factors that affect breast cancer penetrance? (Penetrance is defined as the likelihood of cancer when a cancer predisposing mutation is present). Will award points to the person who answers the question most accurately. Thanks!

What would motivate feminists to make misleading claims about prostate cancer deaths? One feminist, who claims some sort of medical expertise, he repeatedly claimed that most men die WITH prostate cancer but not FROM prostate cancer. While this is true, simply because most men of a certain age have started to develop cancerous prostate cells and therefore most men who die do have prostate cancer, this claim is very misleading because it fails to acknowledge that prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among men.

How did Eddie Van Halen get mouth cancer from holding a metal pick in his lips? I don't understand Cancer I guess. He was a chain smoker, and in an interview he said that he got Mouth cancer from a metal pick he would hold in his lips. Not from the smoking. How do you get cancer from metal? Can someone explain this a little?

Is a cancer diagnosis along with chemo a reason to go on disability leave from work? I have applied for disability insurance while on chemo. And am worried I won't get approved. Do you think my illness of cancer and the chemo ate substantial enough reasons? I'm in Canada. And am a federal gov employee.

Can cancer skip every other generation in your family? Can cancer be so hereditary as to skip every other generation in a family? On my dad's side of the family it seems like it does. Both my great grandmothers on my father's side had cancer (breast cancer and another type) and a great grandfather had cancer as well. My grandparents did not have cancer. My father ended up having cancer out of the three of my grandparents children. Me nor any of my cousins have had cancer. Is it possible any of our children will?

What are some alternatives to Cancer Treatment Centers of America? My co-worker's brother has cancer, and Cancer Treatment Centers of America is not accepted by his insurance. What other options are available? My Co-worker's brother has cancer, and his insurance does not accept Cancer Treatment Centers of America. He lives in Virginia, but somewhere in North Carolina should be ok also. Thank you so much.

How do I deal with my dad having cancer? My problem isn't that I am feeling overly depressed or crying constantly. In fact, its the exact opposite. I've never been very close to my father because he always worked late and was out of state. Now he has cancer and I don't feel at all worried about him. Yes I hope that he is alright but I don't get very sad about his cancer and I haven't cried once. Am I a bad son for not caring enough? Is my reaction to his cancer normal?

What is the risk to cancer (oncology) nurses from working with dangerous chemotherapy drugs? What is the risk to nurses working in the cancer field (oncology) due to their proximity to cancer causing drugs and radiation and chemotherapy? I am hearing stories of many oncology nurses loosing their hair?

What does it mean when you have breast cancer in three different areas? My friend just found out that she has breast cancer in her right breast but three different lump types of cancer in one breast, and it has effected her lymph nodes at least two of them. What are her chances and what stage cancer would that be? She is going to be having a mascetomy and chemo.

What are the signs that cancer is terminal? I know close to nothing about cancer. My mum has been recently diagnosed with breast cancer, and from the state she is in, my view is that it is too late for any treatment. (Sorry for being vague here, I find it too difficult to describe her body. She is physically extremely weak already). All sorts of tests are being done currently to assess the situation. Before the doctors give us some feed back, I am just wondering if anybody has experiences to relate. Also, do you know of people who have been saved with chemio "at the last minute"? (In her case, it is too late for all other treatments, as doctors told her). Thank you.

What is the disease called that looks like cancer but is not it? There is a disease that looks like cancer, gives cancer like symptoms and gives you every reason to believe it's cancer but it's not. What is this disease called?

If you or a loved one has had cancer has it opened up your eyes to other types of cancer? For instance, my wife had breast cancer and it has opened my eyes into other types of cancer. I am finding people at work with colon and pancreatic cancers and I have read books about people's experience with childhood cancers. So, because of your cancer or a loved ones cancer have you gain insight or knowledge in the other cancers?

How can you tell the difference between testicular cancer and epiditimitis? I heard that a lump that is painless cud be cancer. Could it be cancer if it is painful. Also, how fast does testicular cancer spread. I'm rly nervous about this!!!

What is the percentage of people having or having had cancer in the world ? In the entire world what is the percentage of people that have already had cancer (anykind of cancer) or that have cancer ? Out of a hundred how many of those have cancer ? Thanks Give me the sources please !

Can cancer be spread by diseased transplanted organs/bones to a person without cancer? Can a person without cancer get cancer from a transplanted body part that has malignant cancer? In other words, lets say (person a) dies of malignant cancer that has spread to his liver. His liver is stolen and cause of death was changed to heart attack or something by some criminal. The liver is then transplanted to an otherwise healthy (person b) without cancer who for some reason needs a liver. Can the liver spread cancer to other parts of (person b)'s body?

What are the cancer risk factors of becoming a radiology technologist? My sister is studying to be one and she's always taking x-rays nowadays like more than 50 a day unless she was over exaggerating but anyway she and the whole family is worried for her because we heard you can get cancer. How much of that is true and plz plz plz give me as much info as possible! Thanks!!!

How can cancer spread without lymph node involvment? My aunts lymph nodes came back clear but they found lesions on her liver she has been diagnosed with breast cancer.They are doing a liver biopsy.We have no idea right now if they r cancer or nothing Iam praying they are nothing.But how can cancer spead without lymph node involvment? Whats the possibilty this is just nothing? They did blood work came back as non-vascular

Cancer in an animals meat, when it is cooked and you eat it, does it taste the same or diffferent? After you eat the cancer, does your body digest it and make more cancer out of the molicules?

How likely is it to get cancer from bacon if you already have a high risk for stomach cancer? Bacon has something in it that has been found to sometimes cause stomach cancer, and I love bacon, but am afraid to eat it because of this. I am at a high risk for cancer though; so what are the chances?

How does skin cancer start out looking like? Lately I have had little bumps not huge but like almost skin scab looking things (not scabs though). And I am in the sun doing activities a lot and I was wondering if it almost seems like it can or be a possibility of skin cancer? I'm not sure.

What's the difference between Cancer Cells and having Cancer? I just had a biopsy and was told I have cancerous cells in my breast. Is that Breast Cancer?

What percentage of people who get cancer die from it? I know in most developed countries the chance of getting cancer is 33% but what I want to know is what percentage of those 33% die from it? I've looked on most of the major cancer research websites and I can't find the answer.

What does cervical cancer vaccination do for me? If I get it, what exactly does it prevent? What are the benefits? Are there any downsides or any side effects to getting vaccinated for cervical cancer?

What is the best donation for cancer research? My friend's brother has been diagnosed with cancer for the second time, I would like to donate as a Christmas present to the most honerable cancer research place.

What is worse cancer or a mental disorder such as Schizophrenia? Cancer: Terminating disease(with few exceptions), you know you are going to die, you are prepared to die, you suffer, your family suffers but you have support and can manage life until you die. Schizophrenia: hallucinations, paranoia, you think every one is out to get you, can't function in a normal way, self consciousness, anxiety, depression, its so bad that 40% of people with schizophrenia attempt suicide, it CAN be treated but full recovery is unlikely. What do u think?

How would an Aquarius and a Cancer do in a relationship? I don't believe in horoscopes and signs and all but they do. I'd like to know what they thought when I said I was a cancer and they were aquarius. Btw, I'm not as introverted and sensitive as my sign suggests. I'm cancer.

What type of cancer has the best living rate? Like what type of cancer has the best rate where you'll probably make it through and live.

Cancer - How to pay the medical bills when your insurance is gone? Cancer - How to pay the medical bills when your insurance is gone? My mum is diagnosed with cancer and won't be able to work soon. Her insurance will last for three months after she stops working. How is it possible for my family to pay for the medical bills without any insurance? Anyone who has/had this situation, I'd appreciate it if you can share your experiences and advise on what can be done. Thank you very much.

How are cancer cells different from ther cells? Why is cancer such a difficult condition to cure? How are cancer cells different from other cells? Why is cancer such a dffiult condition to cure?

How many times do you think a person has cancer and the body fixes itself? There is no right or wrong, because it is basically hypothetical. Let's just say, cancer of the liver, how many times has the body defeated the cancer before the cancer wins and starts to attack the body?. Personally, I think several times at least. Personally, I think several times at least.

What is life expectancy once metastatic cancer is found in the bones and lungs? The primary source of cancer has not been found. The cancer is in a male age 65.

What is the easiest form of cancer to cure? My dad died of cancer when I was 6..He had colon cancer. Recently, on the radio, I heard that colon cancer was one of the easiest forms of cancer to treat when found early. Is this true? Also, this sounds extreamly pathetic, but is there any cure for cancer? Or does it come back?

How do pathologists tell where a cancer is migrating from in the body? How do they know that it comes from a particular organ if it is in the lymph nodes? Does each type of cancer have a cancer print? Is there a machine that can detect this?

How long does it take to get lung cancer from smoking? I know it varies, but can you get lung cancer for only smoking a year or two only a half a pack a day?

What are my chances of not getting cancer? My great grandparents had 13 children, one died at as a baby, out of the 12 that survived, 8 have/had cancer, including my grandmother. 3 have died, my grandmother had breast cancer. My great aunt has ovarian cancer, and a brain tumor, another great aunt has breast cancer, and my great uncle has some form, but I forgot which at this moment. We have the cancer gene in my family, all but my grandmother were tested positive for it. What are my chances of getting cancer? It doesn't look good I know, but does anyone know more about this that can give me information on it?

What exactly is cancer and how does it start? How does cancer start in your skin?

What's the difference between being cancer-free and being in remission? My cousin recently received treatment for breast cancer, and now she is "cancer-free." But she says she's not in remission yet. What does this mean exactly?

What are the cancer awareness months and what are their colors? I know that October is Breast cancer and their color is pink, I want to find out the other months and colors. Thanks!

What kind of cancer of the buttocks is treated with chemotherapy that doesn't cause hair to fall out? I'm an actor and I'm playing the role of a young man with cancer of the "ass". He says that the chemotherapy he is taking to treat the cancer doesn't cause his hair to fall out? What is the scientific term for the cancer someone get on their ass?

What is the best book on beating cancer? I have a friend who was just diagnosed with cervical cancer. I want to give her a book about Kicking Cancer's Butt and so far I have not found what I am looking for. If you have suggestions I would really appreciate it. Thank you!

How do you start a month for cancer? You know how breast cancer has a month. I want to know how start something like that for cervical cancer. How do I do that?

What organizations from different countries can help patients fron lung cancer? The patient has no employment income and is the head of the family. He is suffering from malignant lung cancer (stage 4). Please provide any information on organizations or individuals who are willing to help or donate medicines for cancer patients. Thank you for your help and advise.

How can I find out if somebody is lying about having cancer? I know somebody who is a compulsive pathological liar. She tells everybody she has cancer and we all know that it isn't true because of the ridiculous things she says, but she still has it in her mind she has cancer. Is there some sort of registry or anything of people with cancer? Thanks!

Why the same cancer treatment doesnt work for everyone? I need help explaining this. Heres the question: In one person cancer may be cured through the use of a certain drug or by means of radiation treatment, whereas in another person cancer may be unaffected by these treatment methods. Suggest the most likely explanation for this difference in response.

What is the correctly cancer recurrence rate after 5 years? I had a stage 3 colorectal (symoid) cancer 6 years ago, and things went well other than a few blockages. It is possible that there are still cancer cells within my body, although the machines cannot detect these cells (too small) and I do not have cancer symtoms. So, what is the chance that the cancer will come back at my symoid site or spreaded to my liver or lung?

At what age should you start prostate cancer screenings if you have a strong family history? My husband will be 30 soon and I wonder when he should start psa screening for prostate cancer. His father, paternal grandfather, and paternal uncle all had/have prostate cancer. His father was diagnosed at age 43 but it appears to be out of remission now after 10 years. I've read the recommended age is 45 or 50 yrs but if my father-in-law waited to 45 he'd be dead by now. So if you have a strong family history, what's the best time to start?

How much money have cancer charities raised since they started raising money? I wonder if they have to disclose how they spent every single red cent that they've raised. It doesn't seem like we're getting anywhere near a cure and its very sad to hear of people dying everyday from all forms of cancer.

How Long Can Someone Expect To Live With Pancreatic Cancer? I'm planning on writing a book about a girl whose father is diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. I've researched a lot, but the one thing I'm having difficulty with is finding out how long the cancer will take to kill him. I realize that this varies a lot based on health and when it's first detected, but can anyone give me a generalization for how long it could be? Also, what types of diseases would the doctors test him for before they realize what it really is? Thank you so much!

Do you believe in the risks that microchips can cause cancer in pets? Is your pet microchipped? Two of my dogs are microchips. But ive heard that microchips have actually caused cancer in 1% of the rats they were tested on. Then again, that's a rat. So my question is do you believe in the risks of microchips causing cancer? I dont TD people who answer my question. I always TU for that.

How long does cancer take to spread in a dog? My dog has recently been diagnosed with cancer he had a tumor removed from his face, which is healing well, he is still happy and doesn't appear to be in any discomfort. He had a chest x ray last week which came back clear and the vet seems confident that it hasn't yet spread to anywhere although he said it is likely to. Does anyone have any idea how quickly this happens and how long a dog may survive with cancer?? (while enjoying good quality of life) Any info would be appreciated. Thanks

How long does it take for skin cancer to develop? I use to go tanning my senior year of high school, I'd say i went every other day for 2 months. But I will never go back to a tanning bed again because of my fear of developing skin cancer. Is it possible that I might already have it? Doesn't it sneak up on you later?

Cancer??????? 1.What is cancer? What do ALL cancers have in common? What does cancer have to do with cell division? 2.List 5 types of cancer and give a brief explanation of each. 3.What is a tumor? Do all cancers involve tumors? Explain 4.Distinguish between benign and malignant tumors 5.What is metastasis? Why is it a problem? 6.How many Americans get cancer in their lifetime? About how many survive it? 7.What are the 3 major categories of cancer treatment? Briefly describe each. 8.Why do some cancer patients lose their hair? 9. What cells are effected by chemotherapy? Relate this to the multiple side effects of chemo. I know this is a lot but answer what you can....you can also summarize the main ideas of these ?'s into a paragraph Thank you to those who have answered the ? seriously...those of you who have claimed it is my hw do not realize that the reason why I'm asking these ?'s is so my adolescent daughter can understand what her grandmother is going through in simplified terms

Why do you think so much more attention is paid to breast cancer over Prostate Cancer? The US Government spends double on breast cancer research over prostate and the corporate disparity is much greater. Campbells soup doesn't have Prostate awareness soup cans! Although deaths from breat cancer are 1/3 higher there are far more cases of prostate cancer, over 240,000 per year. The funding and awarness differential is 300 or 400%. So is it a gender issue, an age issue (tends to be later onset) or What?

How often do women die from cervical cancer? I am 11 years old, my mom got cervical cancer she found out yesturday. I am absoloutly heart broken and so is she. I was wondering how often do women die from it and is it possible for the sugery to go wrong or something?

What company has new cancer treatment using robots to control radiation damange to good cells? This is a recent nasdaq ipo and their product improves the abkility to treat tumors with blasts of radiation reducing damamge to surrounding tissue even if the patient or tumor moves during the treatment. Will replace surgery with a scalpel for cancer.

How much would cervical cancer vaccine cost me at Planned Parenthood? I am 22 and have low income. I am scared of getting cancer. I haven't been with many people so I highly doubt I already have it.

What's the difference between being in remission and being "cancer free?"? I ran into my old P.E. teacher in the grocery store today and she told me she had breast cancer. She's doing well now and the DR tells her she's "cancer free" at this point although not necessarily in remission. Is there a difference between being in remission and being cancer free?

What is the chance of a teenager getting lung cancer? I'm 17 and have smoked 2-3 cigaretts a day for about a year and decided to quit recently. I have read a sign of lung cancer is shortness of breath which I've been having the last 2 days. Is it because I'm craving nicotine that I feel like getting fresh air and having the need to take deep breath?

How come breast cancer gets it's own month and special pink ribbons and fundraisers? Is it because it is sexier to have breast cancer than say, colon cancer or lung cancer?

How can Taurus and Cancer start a relationship if neither sign with initiate anything? I'm a Cancer woman and have strong compatibility and attraction with a Taurus acquaintance, but both of our signs our notorious for waiting around for the other person to make the first move. What should I do?

What is the best toothbrush to prevent cancer of the tongue? I am concerned with cancer, my tongue looks abnormal and I need to brush it well to keep the carcinogens off of it. I am a non-smoker, but I am very fat. This is why I worry about cancer of the tongue.

How high are my chances of getting skin cancer? Yesterday I was at the pool with my friend, and she told me I have high chances of getting skin cancer. I have blond hair, blue eyes, very pale skin, I get burned easily, lots of moles and beauty marks, and I actually have a family history of cancer. She said these all made my chances higher of getting skin cancer. If so, should I use more sunscreen? What SPF? How can I help prevent skin cancer but still go outside regularly? Thanks for all of your help!

How is it possible that cancer can develop in healthy people who take good care of themselves? How is it possible that cancer can strike on even the healthiest people? Statistically speaking, the healthier one is the less likely he/she gets cancer. But sometimes, that's not the case.

Why would cancer strike even on healthy people and not just unhealthy ones? A person who can take care of oneself is free from disease and live a longer live. But cancer doesn't strike on unhealthy people, but it also strikes on healthy people and everyone. Why is that?

What insurance is available to a breast cancer survivor who is not old enough for medicare? For a person living in IL that is 62, history of breast cancer, wants to retire but can't qualify or afford to pay out of pocket for coverage with the history of cancer. What do people do in these types of situations? Thank you in advance!!

If you have cancer and you are not doing chemo when or do you start feeling sick? I am just wondering when people who have cancer that have not done chemo start fell sick. For example, like if some one didn't know they had cancer would there be certain ways of being sick to tell you have cancer, and when you start to feel ill.

How early should ovarian cancer be detected? If ovarian cancer is detected early, there is a greater chance of treating it and better prognosis. How soon after the cancer first begins does it have to be detected? Are we talking days, weeks, months?

How do you fight cancer from taking over your body? They say cancer lurks ready to attack our bodies. What actions do you take to fight this terrible disease?

How long can a woman with breast cancer live after the cancer has metastasized? My friend has had breast cancer for many years. It is spreading everywhere. It is now in her liver. How long can she live for?

What Cancer Screenings and at What Age Should a Woman Get Them? What cancer screenings should one get? Please write the type of screening/cancer and the corresponding age at which a woman should get it done. I am 21 years old. Thank you.

How do chemotherapy drugs interact chemically with cancer to kill the cancerous cells? I have to give a chemistry project tomorrow in class and I need to have a basic understanding of what goes on chemically between chemotherapy drugs and the cancerous cells. Like what element interacts with what and how the chemo drugs stop the cancer cells from replicating. If anyone even has a most basic chemical explanation as to what occurs I would really appreciate it.

How do you detect skin cancer in a cat? Can cats get skin cancer? Because I think my cat may be developing it. He has this one spot on his back that is especially dandruffy, and it is dry and the fur is getting thinner, and whenever you touch right there he starts licking his chest, and basicly freaking out. I love my cat dearly and want to help him. He isn't allowed out doors, but i have no clue what he has. He is overweight, but most of his fur is soft and beautiful except for the one spot He weighs around 18 pounds and is 6 years old, going on 7. PLease help me i love my cat. He is the best pet i have ever had. I treat him like he is my son I highly doubt my parents will believe me. Do you think I'm stupid? I would ask a cet if I could *vet is what i meant to say MY cat is not allowed out doors...he has dark fur.

What types of breast cancer create thickening of the skin? My mom just found out she has a rarer form of breast cancer. Its not the type that is a lump, instead its a thickening of the skin. Its not inflammed or red looking it just feels thick I guess more like a callous and is about 3 inches long. Anyone hear of this type of breast cancer? I have done a search online but only come up with the Inflammatory cancer which I dont think this is. The doctor said its not really an aggressive form if that helps.

How much increased risk of cancer does one get from exposure to metal dust? New hip replacements are metal on metal. They make a dust which enters the rest of the body and increases cancer risk. Any info out there on this?

What kind of harsh chemicals may cause skin cancer? I use to work at Good Tire Rubber Company making 'belts' for commerical use. I was a mixer and used alot of harsh chemicals. I now have Basal Cell Cancer, which is typically caused by the sun. I am more interested in could the chemicals that we would use at Goodyear be the cause of my skin cancer?

How much cancer is caused by genetics, by environmental, by other causes or a combination of factors? I've heard that mesothemiola though caused by asbestos, pretty much only occurs in smokers. Meanwhile my step-mom, her sister, father, mother and son have all had cancer and non were smokers. Are some people pretty much immune to cancer unless they are exposed to severe carcinogens?

What does radiation do for cancer patients? We found out today that my grandmother has cancer and my mother said that the oncologist is planning on using radiation to ease her pain. My question is, what does radiation do? I know, eases pain, but how? She has lung cancer which has spread to her bones (her back, more specifically).

How do you deal with learning that a loved one has cancer? My mother is at risk for thyroid cancer. Though I've heard it's not necessarily a deadly cancer, the surgery to remove the nodule to lessen her pain has a death rate of 1/2. Her nodule has calcification, but we're waiting to hear whether it's malignant or benign. How can I brace myself for the news if she has cancer? How do you possibly deal with learning that your mother will either die or be in pain for the rest of her life?

What does treatment for prostate cancer consist of, and does it affect a male's ability to have sex? A very close friend of ours has been diagnosed with prostate cancer (it really *isn't* my partner or me!) and we were wondering what his treatment options might be. If the prostate gland is removed, does that eliminate the ability to have sex? Probably best to have an older person answer this: it's pretty obvious by the question that this is going to be completely out of the realm of experience for most of the teenagers.

What are some home remedies that have help with Cancer treatments? My mother-in-law has cancer and going through treatments. She is getting really sick from minor colds. What home remedies can help boost her weakened immune system and cancer treatments?

What do thay mean by types of cancer or cancer is not a disease? Cancer is not one disease. It is an overgrowth of an organ or a part of your body. If you have an overgrowth in your brain, it can have problems and complications entirely different from an overgrowth of your thyroid gland. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Can soneone explain this better ? What do thay mean by types of cancer or not all cancer is the same? Than why are some cancer there is a cure?

What are the stages of advanced esophageal cancer? My grandpa has just been diagnosed with advanced esophageal cancer...I was wondering,what are the stages and explain what happens to the body and can they be cured or helped? Btw,Idk what stage he has. The doctor does not know yet he only explained it was advanced.

What could happen in a friendship with a Leo and Cancer? Is a Leo and Cancer a good friendship match? I have a friend who's a cancer and to me she is just the most funny and magnetic person I know! Many folks say that Leo and Cancer can't be friends because Leo is in a need for attention. Pardon, but I could I give a sht less being the attention around my Cancer friend, she really smart, funny and witty and that attracts me to her the most! So wat do you guys think?

What is the awareness ribbon color for Laryngeal cancer? I've been trying to find the awareness ribbon color for Laryngeal Cancer and have been unable to. I know that light purple tends to be the general Cancer awareness ribbon, but I am looking specifically for Laryngeal Cancer.

What are the signs of bone cancer in a dog? I have a Rottweiler and I know they are prone to bone cancer, so I'd like to know what the signs of it are. Thanks.

What is the life expectancy if a person found out to have a cancer of the bone marrow or plasma cells? If at the age 45years old and a person had these type of cancer of the plasma, which are formed in the bone marrow, so what is the life expectancy in months or in years according statistics will the patiant still live longer than 20yrs? Is it one of the deadliest cancer? Do we really have a new medicine for these? How much does it cost or can we have for free? Out of 10,000 patients how many have this type of cancer? Thank you so much. GOD BLESS YOU.

What are the medications and procedure after cancer operation? After breast cancer operation, what medications do you have to attend to? How frequent in a year should you do it? What are the medicines you need to take?

What are the chances of having cervical cancer when hpv high risk positive? My last pap came back abnormal with hpv high risk, I have a biopsy tomorrow. What are the chances of having cancer with hpv? Everyone is acting like its bad news but is it really all that bad? I mean how serious is it? Will the biopsy hurt?

What is the main difference between a stem cell and a cancer cell? A. A stem cell grows at a faster rate than a cancer cell. B. A stem cell obeys signals to stop growth, but a cancer cell does not. C. A stem cell is usually external; a cancer cell is usually internal. D. A stem cell does not die, but a cancer cell can be killed with treatment.

How long do people with grade 4 terminal cancer have left to live? My friend has been diagnosed with terminal cancer... i don't really know anything about it! All i've been told is that they had the worst type of brain tumor possible, so big that they couldn't remove all of it. They said it was a grade 4? a rare cancer and they now have to have radiotherapy etc. I was just wondering does anyone know how long people with this type of cancer usually live?

How do i set up a fundraiser for ovarian cancer? I am 19 and my grandma has ovarian cancer. I want to do a car show in a parking lot or park or somewhere like that. I want to have a donation bucket to raise money and give it to an organization that supports ovarian cancer. How should i go about starting this? Where do i start? And any helpful tips?

What are the chances of getting mouth cancer? I am 15 and i have been chewing for about a year, i love it and probably wont quit until the day i die. So what is the real chance of getting mouth cancer, because i have never heard of very many cases of it. it isnt a 50-50 chance. all my family have chewed their whole life and havent had any problems, so sorry but i dont believe that and youre right, i dont care. and its better than smoking, so shut the hell up

How do you cope with cancer in a grandparent? I just found out that my grandpa most likely has bladder cancer. The doctors won't get results for sure until next week, but I'm so scared and sad. If anyone has coped with cancer of a loved one, especially a grandparent you are very close to, can you help me? I believe very much in God and Heaven so I am not afraid of what will happen if he dies. I am definitely struggling to imagine life without him though. Thank you for any kind words!

What are the chances of dying from breast cancer? My mom has it and she went through chemotherapy, she had surgery, and now she's going on to radiation. I don't want her to die or anything! What are the chances of dying from breast cancer? Thanks.

Does anyone know of what cancer organization I can donate a toy to? I want to donate a toy to a child that has illness and was wondering who to donate to, I looked at the St. Jude website and it appears that they only take monetary donations for the research hospital. Just recently lost someone to cancer and want to make a difference to a child in need.

What is the best preventative way to prevent cancer from returning? My son had Acute Lymphoblastic Luekemia, a blood cancer. He is now in remission. He is 7 years old and had 3 years of chemotherapy. What cheap options do we have in alternative medicine to help prevent cancer from returning and to help heal the damage the chemo did, especially the Vincristine and Septra on what it did to his joints. They hurt and he falls all the time now. Any opinions or facts and know of any good Alterative Medicine Clinicians in Indiana close to Indianapolis or Kokomo?

What are the personality of cancer according to the zodiac sign? I am a cancer i was just wondering what horoscope says about my personality.

Our community is doing a fund raiser for cancer. How can we get someone famous to appear? Our community is very small and close knit. The ratio of those with cancer in our community is about 1 to every four people. Our commuinty is located in an awesome valley with major biking trails and two ski resorts. The old Hiawatha train route has been revamped into a mrvelous bike trail with over 10 tressels and 10 tunnels, one beig 1.7 miles long. We would like to organize a bike ride for cancer and donate the proceeds to the Lance Armstrong Foundation.

What kind of tests or examinations should be done for breast cancer? So I am 20 years old and I began to become more worried about breast cancer. There is no history of breast cancer in my family but I just thought it would be good to do some early testing just in case. So I was wondering, what kind of tests should be done to detect breast cancer at age 20? I heard that mannograms should be done around 35. Is there any other examinations that you can do at an early age? And if there is where can I get them done? Regular family physician, gynocologist? Thanks everyone!

How can we find local diabetes or cancer foundations to donate to? We would like to donate money in someone's name, to a cancer foundation or diabetes foundation or something along those lines. Unfortunately, everyone wants to go online these days and we do not want to donate to a foundation over the internet, we would like to do it in person and have a proof of donation (I know that there are printable ones if you donate online, but that requires giving someone your credit card number). So is there any way to locate local places to donate? We live in West/Southwest Michigan.

What questions to ask about a kid who had cancer and is dead? I have an interview to do for the school's newspaper. The article is about this kid who passed away because he had cancer. What are some questions to ask about him for his teachers, friends, and possibly family members? He didn't pass away long ago I completely don't know him at all.

What would happen if a man had the cervical cancer jab? I know it's a silly question, but recently the girls in my school have had their jabs to protect against cervical cancer. And it got me thinking: what would happen if a man got that jab? Would it have no affect at all? Or would it have some horrible malforming side effects? Preferably I'd like an actual medical opinion rather than just a thought.

Why do zodiac cancer men retreat when they start getting closer to you ? when everything is going well and you see each other every day for 2 to 3 days and then all of a sudden your zodiac cancer man retreats from you for 2 to 4 days. why do they do this , he will show you so many signs of falling in love with you and then this happens, but after the 4 day he acts like nothing is wrong. help to understand this please. do they love us or are they playing games ?

How does a model of sunscreen work against cancer? 5. The use of sunscreen can help reduce the risk of skin cancer. From your knowledge of cancer and cell division, propose a model to explain how sunscreen works. How could you determine whether your model is accurate?

What happens in the 4th stage of ovarian cancer How long is life expectancy in this final stage? My best friend is in stage 4 of ovarian cancer. She has hospice at her house. It seems to me, that she only has a few weeks left to live. Can she continue to live for 3 or 4 more months? Or does it depend of the individual person? Her cancer has spread to many of her organs.

What is the best hospital to treat Thyroid cancer in india? My sister recently diagnosed with thyroid cancer and we are looking for a good doctor and hospital as well. Please advise. Thanks

What is the relationship between plantars warts on the feet and cervical cancer? I read something about the HPV virus that causes plantar warts being connected to increased chances of cervical cancer?! I know HPV as related to genital warts can cause cancer, but if someone has plantar warts, should they be concerned about cancer?

How long would u live if cancer and coronary heart diseases were curable? say they will create treatments for most cancer types and coronary heart issues causing heart arrests, etc. how long could one live and what could cause death then?

How did Patrick Swayze overcome Cancer of the Pancreas and be making movies within a month or two? Isnt that the most deadly form of cancer, what treatment would he have had for such a quick recovery?

How to reduce risk of cancer? Plus some personal stories to share? I had a family who died of cancer. However there are no family history of anybody having cancer. I heard soya beans, green tea and dates are food which are anti - oxidants. Any suggestions on how to reduce it?

What is the correct cancer treatment for this? If you have a precancerous growth at a different site in the same organ from where you had cancer originally, what would treatment be? Would you need more chemo because of your cancer history, if you have only been in remission for a few months. I think the precancerous growth had the same type of cells as the original cancer, or something like that.

Is there a Deodorant and cancer connection, and what natural alternative to use? Do you think there is a connection between using deodorants and getting cancer? And what natural alternative would you use to deodorants?

What is the difference in the stages of colon cancer? my boyfriend has 4th stage colon cancer. They removed some of the colon. they now say both lobes of his liver have cancer spots and they are concerned about a spot on his lung.

How common is cancer in Golden Retrievers? A friend told me that the incidence of cancer in Goldens has risen and eventually 50% will develop some form of cancer. Does anyone have the true facts on this?

What kind of cancer is usually found in children? I am writing a story and a little girl is born with cancer. I want it to be a type of cancer that lets her be a little girl but it can take her life away anytime. I want her to be able to play and not be in the hosiptal all the time and yet I need something severe. Thanks!

What is pancreatic cancer and how do you get it? I now know of 5 people who have had Pancreatic cancer and died within 3 months. I don't understand why it isn't caught earlier so people can live. How do you get it? How do you get diagnosed early so doctors can do something about it. We have so much techology out there to fight cancer. Why are people dying of this. Why does this disease kill people so quickly?

How difficult is traveling with lung cancer and emphazema? My grandmother was diagnosed with the early stage of lung cancer and enphazema (shocker: she's a smoker). She is due to have surgery to remove part of one of her lobes next week. My question is, I am planning my wedding (I live in California and she lives in Texas) and need to know if she can travel by airplane? I'm afraid that the recirculated air will be bad for her health. If traveling is going to be a problem for her, I will gladly have my wedding in Texas. Any ideas?

How long should I wait after cancer to have a baby? This really sucks cause my husband and I were planning to have our next baby about now when I got diagnosed with cancer. I am currently going for chemotherapy right now. After my chemo is done, how long is it recommended that I wait?

How can we make curing cancer a global priority? Cancer kills 7 million people worldwide each year. Yet it is a treatable disease that—in time—is beatable. However, in today’s troubled global environment, valuable resources that would otherwise go to cancer research are frequently re-directed by the crisis du jour. What can we, as individuals and as a global community, do to focus & mobilize our governments to find the cures that will make cancer a fear of the past?