Symptoms and preventions of various diseases; cancer

Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, and early detection is crucial for effective treatment. Recognizing the symptoms of different types of cancer can help save lives. The key warning signs of several common cancers highlight the importance of awareness and timely diagnosis.

solid tumor

carcinoma

: includes breast cancer, lung cancer, skin cancer

 Signs of carcinoma can vary depending on the specific type and location, but some general symptoms include persistent fatigue, unexplained weight loss or gain, fever or night sweats, pain that doesn't go away, skin changes, and changes in bowel or bladder habits. Lumps or swellings, unusual bleeding or bruising, and difficulty swallowing can also be indicative

 Common treatments for carcinoma  include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy

sarcoma

: includes bone cancer, soft tissue sarcoma, mesothelioma

 Signs of sarcoma can vary depending on the location of the tumor, but common signs include a lump or swelling, pain, and breathing difficulties. Other possible signs include bone pain, swelling in an arm or leg, digestive issues, and fever of unknown origin.

 Common treatments for sarcoma include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapies, depending on the specific type and stage of the sarcoma. Surgery is often the primary treatment, but other therapies are often used to help control the cancer's spread or reduce the size of the tumor before or after surgery.

blood cancer

leukemia

: includes acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), acute myeloid leukemia (AML), chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

 Signs of leukemia are persistent fatigue, frequent infections, easy bruising or bleeding, unexplained weight loss, swollen lymph nodes, enlarged liver or spleen, and bone pain.

 Common treatments for leukemia include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, stem cell transplants, and targeted therapies. In some cases, immunotherapy or watchful waiting (active monitoring) may be used.

lymphoma

: includes hodgkin lymphoma, non-hodgkin lymphoma

 Signs and symptoms of lymphoma can include persistent swollen lymph nodes, fever, night sweats, fatigue, unexplained weight loss, and itchy skin. Other symptoms may include chest pain, coughing, trouble breathing, belly pain or swelling, and a feeling of fullness after eating a small amount of food.

 Common treatments for lymphoma include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and bone marrow or stem cell transplants. Surgery is rarely used for lymphoma treatment itself, but may be used for biopsy purposes.