understanding cancer from a to z - …...understanding cancer from a to z men’s & women’s...
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UNDERSTANDING CANCER FROM A TO ZMEN’S & WOMEN’S RISK, AND SIGNS / SYMPTOMS FOR COMMON
CANCERS
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WHAT IS CANCER
Cancer is a renegade system of growth
that originates within a patient’s body
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CARCINOMAS
The most common
type of cancer, arises
from the cells that
cover external and
internal body surfaces
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SARCOMAS
Cancers arising from cells found in the
supporting tissues of the body such as bone,
cartilage, fat, connective tissue and muscle
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LYMPHOMAS
Cancers that
arise in the
lymph nodes
and tissues of
the body’s
immune system
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LEUKEMIAS
Cancers of the immature blood cells that grow
in the bone marrow and tend to accumulate in
large numbers in the blood stream
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DETECTION & DIAGNOSIS
o Detecting early can affect the
outcome of the disease from
some cancers
o When cancer is found, a
doctor will determine what
type it is and how fast it is
growing
o Early detection sometimes
decreases a person’s risk of
dying from cancer
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SCREENINGS
Getting regular cancer screenings as you get older are very important. Screening methods are designed to check for cancer in people
with no symptoms
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SKIN CANCER
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RISK FACTORS
o Fair complexion
o Anyone who spends or
has spent a lot of time in
the sun
o Family history of
melanoma
o People who have severe
sunburns before the age
of 18
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SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
Asymmetry
• If the moles are odd shaped
Blood
• Skin or moles are bleeding
Color Change
• New or changed discoloration of skin
Diameter
• If your moles change size
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LUNG CANCER
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RISK FACTORS
o People who smoke or are exposed to second
hand smoke
o Exposure to radon and asbestos
o Smoking is responsible for 87% of all lung
cancers
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SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
Cough that doesn’t go
awayChest Pain Weight Loss
Bloody Sputum
Fever Without Reason
Reoccurring Infection
Wheezing
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COLON CANCER – SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
Prolonged abnormal bowel
Rectal bleeding
Cramping abdominal pain
Decreased appetite
Jaundice
Weakness and Fatigue
Having the urge for bowel movement
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TESTICULAR CANCER
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RISK FACTORS
o Age 15-40
o Family history
o Hidden testicle
o HIV infection
o Skin cancer on testicles
o Cancer in other testicle
o Caucasian – 5 times more
likely to get testicular cancer
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SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
Lump on testicle, foreskin, or vasdeferens
Enlargement of testicle
Heavy sensation in groin area
Dull ache in groin or
abdomen area
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PROSTATE CANCER
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RISK FACTORS
Risk Factors
Men older than 50
African-American Men are twice as
likely
Family History
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SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
Blood In Semen
Weakening Of The
Urinary Tract
Urinate More Often
Impotence
Pain In Pelvic Area
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BREAST CANCER
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RISK FACTORS
Breast Cancer
Having first birth before
30
Family History
Genetic Alterations
Breast Condition Diagnosis
Started menstruating before age
12
Experienced menopause after age 55
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SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
o A generalized swelling of part of a breast ( even if no distinct lump is felt)
o Breast skin irritation or dimpling
o Discharge other than breast milk
o Many of these symptoms can also be due to benign breast conditions
o Screenings: monthly self-breast exams and yearly mammogram after age 40
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OVARIAN CANCER
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RISK FACTORS
Age
Reproductive/ Childbearing
History
Prolonged use of fertility
drugs
Hormone replacement
therapy
Family / Personal History
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SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
General abdominal discomfort
Nausea, diarrhea, constipation or
frequent urinationLoss of appetite
Weight gain or loss with no
known reason
Unusual vaginal bleeding
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PREVENTION MEASURES
Physical Activity
Nutrition
Stress Reduction
Screenings
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PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
o Adults should get at
least 150 minutes of
moderate intensity or
exercise each week
o Limit sedentary
behavior (sitting, laying
down, watching TV)
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NUTRITION
o Eat small portions often
o Try more fruits, vegetables,
and whole grains
o Avoid eating close to
bedtime
oDrink half your body weight
in ounces of water
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STRESS MANAGEMENT
Breathe Deeply
Save time for
yourself and family
Don’t Over
Commit
Find Your Hobby
Get annual exams
Attitude of
Gratitude
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SLEEP
Get 7-9 hours a night
Create a sleep
routine
Avoid screens 1
hour before bed
Create a cool and
comfortable environment
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CARING FOR A LOVED ONE
There are over 15 million adults living with cancer, and for
each patient there is a caregiver sharing in the cancer journey.
As a caregiver remember to:
o Acknowledge your feelings
o Balance your roles
o Keep yourself well
o Accept help
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SUPPORTING A FRIEND
Notes and calls
Visits and gifts
Conversation
Errands and
projects
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QUESTIONS