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(wavebreakmedia / iStockphoto / Thinkstock) Cervical cancer is the term used to describe tumors that can grow at the lower end of the womb. These tumors usually develop from abnormal cell changes at the entrance to the womb from the vagina (the opening of the cervix). more...
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Low-risk prostate cancer often grows very slowly, or doesn't grow at all. Read about the available treatment options. more...
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The aim is to detect breast cancer as soon as possible in order to provide better treatment and increase the chances of recovery. But mammograms can have drawbacks too. For instance, they may lead to unnecessary treatment. more...
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Cervical cancer (medical term: cervical carcinoma) develops when cells at the opening of the cervix change and become abnormal. Abnormal tissue can be discovered through screening and then removed before it has a chance to possibly develop into cancer. more...
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Certain symptoms may be signs of colorectal cancer, but they are usually caused by another, non-cancerous condition. more...
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Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed type of cancer in men. Read about the pros and cons of PSA tests for prostate cancer screening. more...
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Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in women in Germany and other countries. Read about the symptoms, risk factors, treatment options and everyday life with this disease. Read about the symptoms, risk factors, treatment options and everyday life with this disease. more...
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Colorectal cancer often doesn't cause any symptoms at first, so it may remain unnoticed for a while. Sometimes it leads to abdominal pain or a change in bowel movements. more...
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Prostate cancer normally doesn’t cause any symptoms until it has reached a more advanced stage. It may then cause problems such as an increased urge to urinate (pee) or a weaker flow of urine. more...
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Screening tests for cervical cancer can detect abnormal cells on the cervix. These cells are often harmless and usually go back to normal without treatment. more...
