All you have to know about cancer | Types of cancer

What is Cancer

Cancer is a disease caused by abnormal cells that divide uncontrollably. This causes the body to produce tumors. Tumors can affect any organ of the body. There are many types of cancers including leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, sarcoma, and brain tumor. Lung cancer is the leading cause of death due to cancer. Other types of cancer include breast cancer, colon cancer, prostate cancer, ovarian cancer, uterine cancer, liver cancer, kidney cancer, skin cancer, head/neck cancer, and bone cancer.

Common types of Cancer

Following are the types of cancer

1. Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of death among women today. It is estimated that 1 out of 8 women will develop breast cancer at some point in her lifetime. There are several risk factors associated with developing breast cancer including age, family history of breast cancer, early menarche, late menopause, hormone replacement therapy use, obesity, alcohol consumption, diet, lack of physical activity, race/ethnicity, and genetics. In treatment of breast cancer mostly radiation therapy is used. The price of radiation therapy depends on many factor

2. Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Smoking is considered the primary factor for lung cancer, followed by environmental pollution. Other risk factors include occupational exposures, asbestos, radon gas, and certain viruses. In lungs cancer mostly chemotherapy is used

3. Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in American males. While prostate cancer is not thought to be hereditary, it does seem to run in families. Risk factors include advanced age, African heritage, and a strong family history.

4. Colon Cancer

Colorectal cancer is the third most common type of cancer in America. Most cases occur in people over 50 years old. Risk factors include being overweight, consuming red meat, drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes, having diabetes, and not exercising regularly.

5. Stomach Cancer

Stomach cancer is the fourth most common cancer in America. Risk factors include eating foods containing nitrites, drinking alcohol, and smoking cigarettes.

6. Pancreatic Cancer

Pancreatic cancer is the fifth most common type of cancer, yet it is the seventh leading cause of cancer-associated mortality. Risk factors include smoking, high fat diets, obesity, chronic pancreatitis, diabetes, heavy alcohol intake, and a positive family history.

7. Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is caused by exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UVR). UVR comes from the sun, tanning beds, and artificial lights. Sunlight contains both UVB rays and UVA rays. UVB rays cause sunburn and premature aging of the skin. UVA rays penetrate deeper into the skin and damage the genetic material in cells. Both types of rays can cause skin cancer.

Symptoms of Cancer

1. Nausea

Nausea is often caused by food poisoning, motion sickness, or pregnancy. If you experience nausea, drink plenty of water and try not to eat anything. You may want to take some Tums or Pepto-Bismol.

2. Vomiting

Vomiting is the act of vomiting out something unwanted. Vomiting happens when the body tries to get rid of something that it does not want inside its system. Most people vomit once or twice before they feel better. Sometimes, however, people will throw up repeatedly until their stomach is empty.

3. Diarrhea

Diarrhea is the movement of loose stool from the bowel. People who have diarrhea tend to have lots of liquid stools. There may be blood in the stool if someone has been bleeding internally.

4. Constipation

Constipation is having hard, dry stools that do not move easily. A person who has constipation tends to have fewer than three bowel movements per week. Usually, people have regular bowel movements about five times a day.

5. Bloating

Bloating means swelling in the abdomen area. As gas builds up in the intestines, the abdomen swells. You might notice that your belly feels bloated after eating certain foods. You may also feel bloated after drinking alcohol or taking laxatives.

6. Abdominal Pain

Abdominal pain occurs when there is damage to the abdominal organs. When the pain is severe, it can make it difficult to breathe. In addition, the pain can spread to the chest and shoulder blades.

7. Headaches

Headaches occur when pressure builds up in the head. When the headache becomes severe, the eyes may become sensitive to light. Also, the neck muscles may stiffen.

Prevention of Cancer

1. Vitamin A

 Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps maintain vision, skin, bones, and teeth. It is also important for proper immune system function. When you consume foods rich in beta carotene, you get vitamin A in your body. Beta Carotene is what gives carrots their orange color. Plants convert sunlight into beta carotene, which humans then turn back into vitamin A.

2. Folic Acid

 Folic acid is a water-soluble B vitamin that aids in DNA replication and repair. Without folic acid, cells cannot replicate correctly and become damaged. Folate is a derivative of folic acid.

3. Vitamin C

 Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that assists in collagen formation. Collagen helps build strong connective tissue throughout the body, including the skin, cartilage, bone, blood vessels, and tendons. Vitamin C also helps protect the lungs and heart.

4. Vitamin D

 Vitamin D is a hormone that helps regulate calcium levels in the blood. It is necessary for maintaining good bone density and muscle contraction.

5. Iron

 Iron is a mineral that helps produce red blood cells and oxygenated hemoglobin in the human body. Iron is also important for the brain and nervous system.

6. Selenium

 Selenium is a trace mineral that keeps the thyroid gland functioning properly. It also prevents cancer and supports the immune system.

7. Zinc

 Zinc is a mineral that promotes normal growth and development. It also helps prevent infections and boosts the immune system.