Question

For your initial post, please visit the American Cancer Society homepage. On the home page, click on "Cancer A-Z". There is a list of numerous types of cancers. Choose one from the list (or one of your own from another site).Research the particular type of cancer you chose being sure to address the following questions: Which part of the body is affected? What are some warning signs? Are there any treatments? Approximately how many people are affected with this type of cancer? Are certain people more at risk than others? Is it more prevalent in certain areas of the world?

In addition, what are your thoughts about cancer in general? Does it seem that there are more cases of it in today's society? If so, why might this be the case? Do you think human-made or natural compounds are more responsible for causing cancers? Do you have any personal experience of knowing someone with cancer? Would you like to share your personal experiences with cancer?

Answer 1

Breast cancer

Affected body part: Breast cancer is characterized by the type of cells that become malignant in the breast skin, duct or tissue.

Warning signs: Swelling, warmth, redness or darkening of the breast.

Treatment: Breast cancer is curable in almost 99% of cases. There are many types of therapy available including chemotherapy, hormonal therapy and radiation therapy. The type of treatment depends on the stages of breast cancer.

Breast cancer is more prevalent in US. Almost one out of eight women suffers once from breast cancer during their lifetimes.

Certain people having sedentry lifestyle, heavy drinking, obesity, not having children, and high breast density are more at risk than others.

In today's society, cancer cases are increasing because of the sedentry life style. Human made (artificial) compounds are more responsible for cancer. Natural compounds are safer.