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Breast cancer is the second most lethal cancer in women. (Lung cancer is the leading cancer killer in women.) The good news is that early detection and new treatments have improved survival rates. Unfortunately, women in lower social and economic groups still have significantly lower survival rates than women in higher groups.
Several factors are used to determine the risk for recurrence and the likelihood of successful treatment. They include:
- Location of the tumor and how far it has...
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Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers: Prognosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
CausesThe sun is the most important cause of prematurely aging skin (photoaging) and skin cancers.Long-term, repeated exposure to sunlight appears to... Read more »
Prostate Cancer Prognosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
The major risk factors for prostate cancer are age, family history, and ethnicity.AgeProstate cancer occurs almost exclusively in men over age 40 and... Read more »
Cervical Cancer: Prognosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
PreventionThe best way to prevent cervical cancer is to avoid getting infected with human papillomavirus (HPV). Because HPV is sexually transmitted,... Read more »
Ovarian Cancer: Prognosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
In general, the course of treatment is determined by the stage of the cancer. Stages range from I to IV based on the cancer's specific... Read more »
Colon and Rectal Cancers: Prognosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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