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WEBDedicated to helping people who face cancer. Learn about cancer research, patient services, early detection, treatment and education at cancer.org.
All About Cancer | American Cancer Society
WEBLearn about cancer at the American Cancer Society. Find information for specific cancer types: breast, colon, lung, prostate, skin, and more.
Breast Cancer | Breast Cancer Information & Overview
WEBBreast 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.)
What Is Cancer? | Cancer Basics | American Cancer Society
WEBThe American Cancer Society medical and editorial content team Our team is made up of doctors and oncology certified nurses with deep knowledge of cancer care as well as editors and translators with extensive experience in medical writing.
Signs and Symptoms of Cancer | Do I Have Cancer?
WEBSigns and symptoms of cancer depend on where the cancer is, how big it is, and how much it affects nearby organs or tissues. If a cancer has spread (metastasized), signs or symptoms may appear in different parts of the body. How does cancer cause signs and symptoms? A cancer can grow into, or begin to push on nearby organs, blood vessels, and nerves. This pressure causes some of the signs and ...
Cancer Types | Find Your Cancer Type | American Cancer Society
WEBCancer Types Whether you or someone you love has cancer, knowing what to expect can help you cope. Here you'll find in-depth information on specific cancer types – including risk factors, early detection, diagnosis, and treatment options.
Understanding Cancer | What Is Cancer? | American Cancer Society
WEBWe can connect you with trained cancer information specialists who will answer questions about a cancer diagnosis and provide guidance and a compassionate ear. Our highly trained specialists are available 24/7 via phone and on weekdays can assist through online chat. We connect patients, caregivers, and family members with essential services ...
Diagnosing and Staging Cancer | Tests for Cancer
WEBIf cancer is diagnosed, more tests are usually done to find out how large it is, how far it has spread, or how quickly it might grow. This is called staging. Cancer often spreads through the lymph system, so checking lymph nodes near the cancer is often needed. Learn more about cancer staging and how cancer grows and spreads.
Cancer Facts: What You Should Know About Prevention and …
WEBGet the facts about cancer and what you can do to help prevent cancer or find it early through screening.
Treatment For Cancer | Cancer Treatment Options
WEBTypes 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 ...