Cancer is something many fear.
It can be treated with an early diagnosis and intervention.
Cancers can affect any part of the body, including the liver, pancreas, breast tissue, or brain. Rare types can affect bone marrow or blood. Ovarian and testicular cancer respectively affect many women and men.
What are the most common types?
Here’s what to know about common cancers, and how to get checked for them.
Cancer: What are the most PREVALENT types?
The World Health Organization (WHO) calls cancer a common disease.
Millions of people are diagnosed with cancers every year, including lung, bowel, skin, and blood or bone. Cancers can affect anyone. Some risk factors can mean a higher chance.
The WHO says lung and breast cancer are the most common types.
See your doctor if you have any symptoms, even if it feels like flu or colds. Early diagnosis leads to easier treatment – and often leads to cure.
Breast and lung cancer
Most cancerous conditions are treatable.
Breast and lung cancer affects men and women, says CANSA.
Lumps, swelling, and discharge are possible breast cancer symptoms. Some types of cancers show no symptoms at all,
Lung cancer can present with coughing, though might also be asymptomatic.
Regular doctor’s visits can help for diagnosis and treatment. See your doctor often – even when you feel healthy!
Cancer signs and symptoms
According to Healthline, breasts and lungs are the two most affected parts.
Signs and symptoms can include fever, sweats, and a lower immune system (or getting sick easier than others). Some types don’t show any symptoms.
See a doctor even if you feel healthy. It’s about more than just daily apples: see your doctor today.
Help and early diagnosis
Get an early diagnosis.
Early diagnosis means easier treatment. Treatment can help most cancers. A healthy lifestyle can also reduce your possible risk factors, including not smoking cigarettes or drinking alcohol.
