Discovery Health "Cancer"

CANCER

This section covers cancer types, causes and symptoms as well as the signs of cancer, tests and treatments.

Breast Cancer
Cervical Cancer
Lung Cancer
Ovarian Cancer
Uterine Cancer
Cancer Pain
General Cancer Facts

Breast Cancer

Breast cancer can be a devastating diagnosis, but it can also be overcome with the help of modern medicine and courage. Learn all about the symptoms of breast cancer, as well as effective methods for treatment and prevention.

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Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is one of the three leading health concerns for women, but it can be detected early with routine pap smears. Learn about the symptoms of cervical cancer as well as effective methods for prevention and treatment.

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Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is centralized in the lungs, but it can easily move to other parts of the body. Learn about the symptoms and causes of lung cancer as well as effective methods for prevention and treatment.

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Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian cancer is a malignant tumor on the ovaries and causes more deaths than any other form of cancer. Learn about the causes and symptoms of ovarian cancer as well as treatment and prevention methods.

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Uterine Cancer

Uterine cancer is a major health concern for women, often occurring in the form of benign fibroids or malignant endometrial tumors. Learn about uterine cancer causes and effective methods of treatment.

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Cancer Pain

Being diagnosed with cancer is a painful experience -- both physically and emotionally. Learn how to cope by reading about the treatments and therapies available to ease cancer pain.

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General Cancer Facts

General cancer facts include the basics of how cancers form and spread and how they are treated. Learn about the symptoms and causes of cancer and find out the truth about cancer myths with these general cancer facts.

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The Basics of Cervical Cancer

The basics of cervical cancer is a wonderful collection of information that can be of use when learning about this form of cancer. Check out the information that we have gathered for you on cervical cancer.