Cancer
Cancer is defined as the point when cells in the body multiply at an uncontrollable rate when new cells are not required; thus, tumors form. Tumors can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Malignant tumors grow uncontrollably, interfere with normal metabolic and organ functioning and may migrate and invade other healthy parts of the body. There are more than 100 different types of cancer and they all have different causes, exhibit different
symptoms and vary in degree of threat.
Symptoms May Include:
Though every cancer varies in specific symptoms, there are 7 classic warning signs of cancer:
- Change in bowel / bladder habits
- A sore that does not heal
- Unusual bleeding or discharge
- Thickening or lump anywhere
- Indigestion/difficulty swallowing
- Obvious change in wart / mole
- Nagging cough or hoarseness
