There are nearly as many cancer types as there are parts in the human body. Cancer is not just a single disease, but rather a class of diseases in which the common denominator is abnormal cell growth.
Cancer can start in a variety of places. For example, there are bone, breast, colon, lung, skin, cervical, prostate, esophageal, and thyroid cancer just to name a few. Each of these cancers affects a different area of the body and some will require a different treatment plan than others. While the body part affected and the subsequent treatment plan might be different, patient often experience the same questions, the same emotions, and the same challenges.
All patients, regardless of where the disease starts, fear the spread of their cancer. Certain types are more prone to spread to other parts of the body or metastasize. This can make treatment all the more difficult. However, no matter what the type may be, when a it spreads beyond its original starting point its name does not change. For example breast cancer that spreads to the surrounding tissue or bones is still called breast cancer, even though it now appears elsewhere in the body.
Some common types and cancers for which you can find additional information on our site include bone, breast, stomach, colon, lung, skin, ovarian, thyroid, uterine and prostate cancer, among many others.
We are continuously adding new information to help keep you up to date and informed about a variety of cancers as well as their treatment options. We provide in-depth explanations of each type of cancer including signs and symptoms, diagnosis, traditional treatments, as well as natural and alternative treatments. We want you to be informed to the best of our abilities.
It is our sincerest hope that by knowing more about specific cancer types including learning the signs and symptoms, you will be better equipped should the need arise. As we all know, the best outcomes for cancer diagnoses is early intervention and treatment. This is why we strive to provide the most relevant and up-to-date information possible.
Whether you have been recently diagnosed, have a loved one who was recently diagnosed, or just want to learn more about a specific cancer, you will find a wealth of information on numerous types of cancer as well is support, recommendations, and treatment options.
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