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Cancers that affect epithelial tissues are called __________.

carcinomas

Which of the following would most likely influence the risk of getting pancreatic cancer?

  • Low sugar intake
  • Regular exercise
  • Adequate sleep
  • Eating a high-fat diet (correct)

Chlamydia can increase a woman's risk for developing __________.

cervical cancer

Cancer is caused when abnormal cells grow uncontrollably.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Lymphomas are types of cancers that affect __________.

<p>the immune system</p> Signup and view all the answers

__________ treats cancer by removing it.

<p>surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

Cancers that affect supportive or connective tissue are classified as __________.

<p>sarcoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

Hair loss is a side effect of which of the following types of cancer treatment?

<p>Chemotherapy and radiation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a source of energy for external radiation therapy?

<p>Beta (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which behavior is most likely to increase your chance of developing a cancer?

<p>Spending too many hours in the sun (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Types of Cancers

  • Carcinomas are cancers affecting epithelial tissues.
  • Sarcomas are cancers that impact supportive or connective tissues.
  • Lymphomas target the immune system.

Risk Factors for Cancer

  • A high-fat diet may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer.
  • Chlamydia infection is linked to a higher risk of cervical cancer.
  • Excessive sun exposure can elevate the likelihood of developing skin cancer.

Cancer Growth and Treatment

  • Cancer arises from the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells.
  • Surgery is a treatment method aimed at physically removing cancer.

Side Effects of Cancer Treatment

  • Chemotherapy and radiation therapies commonly cause hair loss.

Cancer Treatment Modalities

  • External radiation therapy utilizes different energy sources; beta is not typically among them.

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