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All About Cancer | American Cancer Society
All About Cancer. In the United States, 1 in 2 men and 1 in 3 women will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. If you’ve been recently diagnosed, or know someone who has, we’re here with answers, guidance, and support. You’ll also learn about the causes of cancer and what you can do to lower your risk of getting cancer or find it ...
What Is Cancer? | Cancer Basics | American Cancer Society
There are two main categories of cancer: Hematologic (blood) cancers are cancers of the blood cells, including leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma. Solid tumor cancers are cancers of any of the other body organs or tissues. The most common solid tumors are breast, prostate, lung, and colorectal cancers.
Signs and Symptoms of Cancer | Do I Have Cancer?
Fatigue or extreme tiredness that doesn’t get better with rest. Weight loss or gain of 10 pounds or more for no known reason. Eating problems such as not feeling hungry, trouble swallowing, belly pain, or nausea and vomiting. Swelling or lumps anywhere in the body.
Cancer Types | Find Your Cancer Type - American Cancer Society
Select a Cancer Type. If you don't see your type listed, it might be covered under a different name. Use the search icon in the menu at the top of the page, browse by system below, or contact us for help on live chat or by calling 1-800-227-2345. You can also find more information in Rare Cancers, Cancer Subtypes, and Pre-Cancers.
Understanding Cancer | What Is Cancer? - American Cancer Society
Understanding Cancer | What Is Cancer? | American Cancer Society. New artificial intelligence (AI) tool improves the accuracy of a breast cancer diagnosis. Our 24/7 cancer helpline provides information and answers for people dealing with cancer. We can connect you with trained cancer information specialists who will answer questions about a ...
Cancer Facts and Statistics | American Cancer Society
ACS has published Cancer Facts & Figures annually since 1951. This report provides the most current information about cancer. A unique feature of this report and its accompanying scientific article, Cancer Statistics, is the projected number of cancer cases and deaths expected nationally, and in each state, in the current year.These widely cited projections serve as a basis for …
Breast Cancer Information & Overview - American Cancer Society
Breast Cancer. Whether you or a loved one are worried about developing breast cancer, have just been diagnosed, are going through breast cancer treatment, or are trying to stay well after treatment, this detailed information can help you find the answers you need. (For information on breast cancer in men, see Breast Cancer in Men.)
Treatment For Cancer | Cancer Treatment Options - American Cancer Society
Types of Cancer Treatment. Many procedures and drugs are available to treat cancer, with many more being studied. Some are "local" treatments like surgery and radiation therapy, which are used to treat a specific tumor or area of the body. Drug treatments (such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or targeted therapy) are often called "systemic" treatments because they can …
Cancer Staging | Has Cancer Spread - American Cancer Society
Clinical staging. The clinical stage is an estimate of the extent of the cancer based on results of physical exams, imaging tests (x-rays, CT scans, etc.), endoscopy exams, and any biopsies that are done before treatment starts. For some cancers, the results of other tests, such as blood tests, are also used in clinical staging.