Which type of cancer is more often seen in men and women?

1. Which type of cancer is more often seen in men and women? Cancer is a group of diseases concerning rapid faulty cell growth in our body causing tumours which have the potential to spread to other body parts. These are not the same as benign tumours, which do not spread to other body parts and are non-fatal when removed. Today, there are over 100 types of cancers affecting humans. Leukaemia is a type of cancer which starts from blood cells. This type of cancer does not form solid tumours. The cells instead build up rapidly in the blood or even the bone marrow. Common Types of Cancers We can classify cancers basing on the type of cell they start in. 5 commonly seen cancers are listed below. 1. Carcinoma- It is cancer that starts in the skin or in the tissues that shield or cover internal organs. There are various subtypes in this type of cancer. 2. Sarcoma- It is cancer that begins in the connective or supportive tissues such as bone, muscle, fat, cartilage or blood vessels. 3. Leukaemia- It is a cancer which starts from blood cells and does not form solid tumors. Instead, the cells rapidly build up in the blood or even the bone marrow. 4. Lymphoma and Myeloma- These cancers start with the cells in the immune system. 5. The Brain and Spinal Cord Cancers- As the name says, these cancers start with abnormal cell growth in the brain and spinal cord. These cancers are also known are Central Nervous System Cancers. There are cancers which are classified according to where they begin in the body.

2. Example: Breast cancer, Throat cancer. Example: Breast cancer, Throat cancer. Symptoms and Early D mptoms and Early Diagnosis After heart disease, cancer is the second most common cause of death. A substantial percentage of newly diagnosed cancers can be cured now. Early diagnosis can help to survive cancer. However, certain cancers do develop without showing any signs. It would be awful, particularly if you neglect the symptoms thinking otherwise. symptoms thinking otherwise. After heart disease, cancer is the second most common cause of death. A substantial percentage of newly diagnosed cancers can be cured now. Early diagnosis can help to survive cancer. However, certain cancers do develop howing any signs. It would be awful, particularly if you neglect the howing any signs. It would be awful, particularly if you neglect the After heart disease, cancer is the second most common cause of death. A substantial percentage of newly diagnosed cancers can be cured now. Early diagnosis can help to survive cancer. However, certain cancers do develop Generally, cancer does not show any symptoms in particular. This makes it even more important for you to be vigilant about the changes in your body. more important for you to be vigilant about the changes in your body. more important for you to be vigilant about the changes in your body. Generally, cancer does not show any symptoms in particular. This makes it even Generally, cancer does not show any symptoms in particular. This makes it even Possible symptoms include a lump, unexplained weight loss, persistent cough, blood-tinged saliva, abnormal bleeding, unexplained anaemia and a sudden change in bowel movements. These symptoms may or may not indicate cancer. change in bowel movements. These symptoms may or may not indicate cancer. change in bowel movements. These symptoms may or may not indicate cancer. e symptoms include a lump, unexplained weight loss, persistent cough, tinged saliva, abnormal bleeding, unexplained anaemia and a sudden tinged saliva, abnormal bleeding, unexplained anaemia and a sudden e symptoms include a lump, unexplained weight loss, persistent cough, Limit the possible risk factors and go Most of the cancer screenings are specific to certain age groups. So make sure that you ask your doctor, who will then know what screening to perform depending on your age and symptoms. People with risk factors depending on your age and symptoms. People with risk factors depending on your age and symptoms. People with risk factors like smoking, Limit the possible risk factors and go through appropriate screening if required. Most of the cancer screenings are specific to certain age groups. So make sure that you ask your doctor, who will then know what screening to perform that you ask your doctor, who will then know what screening to perform through appropriate screening if required. Most of the cancer screenings are specific to certain age groups. So make sure

3. heavy alcohol use, extreme sun exposure, genes should be aware of potential cancer symptoms and be examined by a physician from time to time. The best way to fight cancers is by prevention and early diagnosis. Causes of Cancer Cancers are majorly (90%-95%) caused because of genetic mutations from environmental factors which mean that they are not genetically inherited. Rest of them (5%-10%) is caused due to hereditary. Environmental factors here refer to the factors that are not inherited by genes. They include factors such as lifestyle, economic and behavioural factors, pollution, etc. Most common environmental factors causing cancer with their respective percentages are listed below. • Tobacco (25–30%), • Diet and obesity (30–35%), • Infections (15–20%), • Radiation (up to 10%), • Taking too much stress and lack of physical activity can also be the causes in few cases. Everyone has a minuscule chance of developing cancer due to various other reasons. However, in few cases, it cannot be proved what factor exactly caused cancer. Except in the cases of pregnancies and organ donors, cancer is a non- transmissible disease.

4. Statistics of Cancer in India About 2.5 million people in India are affected and living with cancer. Over 7 lakh new cancer patients get themselves registered every year. Nearly 5,56,400 people die every year due to cancer. One woman dies of cervical cancer in every 8 minutes. Out of two freshly diagnosed women with breast cancer, one dies. As many as 2,500 people die every day due to tobacco-related diseases. It accounts for 1 in every 5 deaths among men and 1 in every 20 deaths among women. According to the estimates, there were about 9,30,000 deaths in the year 2010 alone. Breast cancer is the most commonly seen cancer among women. And, oral cancer is the most commonly seen cancer among men. Top 5 cancers seen in men and women are listed in the table below. Serial number: 1. Common Cancers (women): Common cancers (men): Lip & Oral Cancer Cancer Lung Cancer Stomach Cancer Colorectal Cancer Pharynx Cancer Breast Cancer 2. Cervix Cancer 3. 4. Colorectal Cancer Ovary Cancer 5. Lip & Oral Cancer

5. Precautions to Prevent Cancer About 1/3rd of the most common cancers can be prevented by having a nutritious diet, maintaining a healthy weight and indulging in regular physical activity. • Stick to healthy fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts and beans. • Resist high-calorie foods and avoid sugary drinks. • Limit salty foods and red meat intake. Avoid all sorts of processed foods in your diet. • Keep a check on your weight and make sure it is within the healthy range. • Keep yourself physically active for at least 30 minutes every day. • Do not depend on dietary supplements do the thing for you. • To prevent cancer, do not consume alcohol and quit smoking if you still didn’t.