Cancer Flashcards
1
Q
How is cancer caused?
A
By Uncontrolled cell growth and division
2
Q
What type of cancer is benign cancer?
A
This is a tumor that grows until there is no more room. Cancer stays in one place. Isn’t normally dangerous.
3
Q
What type of cancer is Malignant cancer?
A
This is your typical cancer that can spread to other tissues, this is cancer that is very dangerous
4
Q
What are the risk factors associated with cancer?
A
Smoking, Obesity, UV Exposure or Viral Infection
5
Q
What is a risk factor associated with cancer that isn’t to do with a lifestyle choice?
A
Genetics
