Cancer
Cancer (oncological diseases) refers to a group of diseases characterized by uncontrolled cell growth that can invade and spread to other parts of the body. It can develop in almost any organ or tissue.
Lung Cancer
Cause: Smoking, air pollution, asbestos exposure, genetic factors
Symptoms:
- Persistent cough
- Coughing up blood
- Shortness of breath
- Chest pain
- Unexplained weight loss
Breast Cancer
Cause: Hormonal, genetic, and lifestyle factors
Symptoms:
- Lump in the breast or armpit
- Changes in breast size or shape
- Nipple discharge (sometimes bloody)
- Skin dimpling or redness
- Breast pain
Colorectal Cancer
Cause: Genetics, diet, smoking, chronic inflammatory diseases
Symptoms:
- Blood in stool
- Changes in bowel habits (diarrhea or constipation)
- Abdominal pain or cramping
- Unexplained weight loss
- Fatigue
Prostate Cancer
Cause: Age, family history, diet, hormonal changes
Symptoms:
- Difficulty urinating
- Weak or interrupted urine flow
- Blood in urine or semen
- Erectile dysfunction
- Pain in lower back or pelvis
Leukemia
Cause: Genetic mutations, radiation, chemotherapy, exposure to chemicals
Symptoms:
- Frequent infections
- Easy bruising or bleeding
- Fatigue and weakness
- Pale skin
- Swollen lymph nodes
Lymphoma
Cause: Viral infections, weakened immune system, genetic mutations
Symptoms:
- Painless swollen lymph nodes
- Persistent fever
- Night sweats
- Unexplained weight loss
- Fatigue
Skin Cancer
Cause: UV radiation from sunlight or tanning beds, genetics
Symptoms:
- New or changing moles
- Sores that do not heal
- Itchy or bleeding skin patches
- Dark or irregularly shaped spots
- Painful or tender skin growths
Liver Cancer
Cause: Hepatitis B/C, alcohol abuse, fatty liver disease
Symptoms:
- Jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes)
- Loss of appetite
- Abdominal pain or swelling
- Unexplained weight loss
- Nausea and vomiting
Pancreatic Cancer
Cause: Smoking, obesity, diabetes, genetic factors
Symptoms:
- Jaundice
- Abdominal or back pain
- Dark urine and pale stools
- Unexplained weight loss
- Loss of appetite
Cervical Cancer
Cause: Human Papillomavirus (HPV), smoking, weakened immune system
Symptoms:
- Abnormal vaginal bleeding
- Pain during intercourse
- Unusual vaginal discharge
- Pelvic pain
- Frequent urination
When to See a Doctor?
Seek medical advice if you experience:
✅ Unexplained weight loss
✅ Persistent pain or fatigue
✅ Unusual lumps or swelling
✅ Changes in skin, moles, or wounds that won’t heal
✅ Unusual bleeding or discharge