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| Derived from the Latin word "crab" |
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| A large group of more than 100 different diseases characterized by uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells |
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| Occurs when a gene cell fails to do its job |
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| Three possible causes of cancerous gene alterations |
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| genetic mutations, viral infections, and carcinogens |
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| Cancer causing agents such as tobacco, chemicals, toxic waste, and polluted air and water |
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| The most common staging system for Cancer |
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| In the TNM staging system the T stands for |
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| T - the extent of the tumor |
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| In the TNM staging system the N stands for |
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| N - the extent of the tumor to the lymph nodes |
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| In the TNM staging system the M stands for |
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| M - the existence of metastasis |
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| Added to each letter in the TNM staging system to indicate the extent of the tumor and or size |
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| This stage of Cancer is referred to as carcinoma in situ |
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| This stage of Cancer the cancer is localized and remains in the point of origin |
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| These stages of Cancer indicate the severity of the disease, larger tumor sized, and spread to the lymph nodes |
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| This stage of Cancer indicated the spread of cancer to another organ |
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| Cancerous cells are ________ tumors |
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| Non-Cancerous Cells are ________ tumors |
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| Have an infinite life expectancy |
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| Have the capability to produce the enzyme telomerase which blocks normal cell life expectancy |
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| Lack the contact inhibition mechanism |
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| Several of these cells can occupy one location at the same time |
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| Do not have cellular cohesiveness and cannot stick to their home-base |
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| Have the ability to spread to distant locations through metastasis |
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| Have the ability to demand extra blood supply from the circulatory system allowing them to metastasis through the routes. This is known as angiogenesis |
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| This type of cancer originates from the skin, nose, mouth, throat, stomach, breasts, lungs, kidneys and other soft tissues |
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| About 85% of all malignant tumors are this type of Cancer |
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| This type of Cancer originates from connective tissues such as bones, ligaments, cartilage, and tendons |
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| Only 2% of malignant tumors are this type of Cancer |
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| This type of Cancer originates from blood and blood-forming cells |
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| This type of Cancer is evident in immature white blood cell formation |
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| This type of Cancer originates from melanin-containing cells of the skin |
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| This type of Cancer originates from lymphatic tissues and other immune system tissues |
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| This type of Cancer originates from from cells of the liver |
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| This type of Cancer is more pronounced in individuals with prolonged sun-exposure |
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| There have been recent increases in this form of cancer which can be very aggressive and deadly |
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| This type of Cancer includes lymphosarcoma |
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| This type of Cancer includes Hodgkin's disease |
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| This type of Cancer is characterized by abnormal white cell formation |
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| This type of Cancer is often seen in individuals with sclerotic livers |
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| This type of Cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in both men and women |
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| Only 15% of individuals diagnosed with this type of Cancer survives five years after the diagnosis |
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| By the time symptoms appear and the diagnosis is made of this type of Cancer, it is often too late |
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| Symptoms of This type of Cancer include persistent cough, blood-streaked sputum, shortness of breath, chest pain, weight loss, and fatigue |
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| Risk factors for this type of Cancer include genetic predisposition, cigarette smoking, and environmental agents |
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| _______ _______ is the single most preventable risk factor for Lung Cancer |
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| It is reported that ___% of all reported Lung Cancer cases are from smokers |
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| Among nonsmokers, ______ is the most common agent known to cause Lung Cancer |
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| This type of Cancer is second to Lung Cancer as the leading cause of Cancer deaths in women |
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| It is said one in ___ women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime |
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| Prevention for this type of Cancer includes early detection through self-exams, clinical exams, and mammograms |
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| The surgical removal of breasts to prevent breast cancer in women who are at high risk |
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| Risk factors for this type of Cancer include starting period at an early age or starting menopause late |
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| Risk factors for this type of Cancer include Women who had no children, first child later in life, or women who did not nurse |
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| Risk factors for this type of Cancer include Women who used hormone replacement therapy |
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| Risk factors for this type of Cancer include Women who consume high-fat diets and lead sedentary lifestyles |
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| This type of Cancer is the second most common cancer in men |
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| This type of Cancer is the most common Cancer in Men |
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| About one in ____ men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime |
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| This type of Cancer is also referred to as Exocrine Cancer |
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| Symptoms of this type of Cancer include nausea, weight loss, weakness, jaundice, and pain in the upper abdomen or back |
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| Both Carcinoma and Lymphoma tumors have been linked to this type of Cancer |
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| With early detection, relative survivability rate for this type of Cancer is as high as 90% |
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| Prevention for this type of Cancer includes removal of polyps, regular exercise, and calcium intake |
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| Prevention for this type of Cancer includes taking a folic acid supplement, taking low-dose aspirin, and having regular checkups |
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| The least common form of Cancer |
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| This type of Cancer is often found in young men between the ages of 15 and 34 |
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| the Human Papilloma Virus is the most significant risk factor for this type of Cancer |
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| The most common type of all Cancers |
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| Responsible for over one million cases of non-melanoma Skin Cancer found in the US each year |
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| A rule in determining the warning signs of melanoma and Skin Cancer |
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| The A of the ABCD Rule - one half of the mole does not match the other half |
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| The B of the ABCD Rule - edges are uneven, notched or scalloped |
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| The C of the ABCD Rule - pigmentation is not uniform |
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| May vary in color from tan to deeper brown, reddish-black, black, or deep bluish-black |
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| The D of the ABCD Rule - greater than 6mm, about the size of a pea |
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| The seven warning signs of Cancer are remember by using.. |
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| The "C" in CAUTION and one of the Seven Warning Signs of Cancer |
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| "C"hange in bowel or bladder habits |
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| The "A" in CAUTION and one of the Seven Warning Signs of Cancer |
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| "A" sore that does not heal |
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| The "U" in CAUTION and one of the Seven Warning Signs of Cancer |
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| "U"nusual bleeding or discharge |
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| The "T" in CAUTION and one of the Seven Warning Signs of Cancer |
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| "T"hickening of lump in breast or elsewhere |
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| The "I" in CAUTION and one of the Seven Warning Signs of Cancer |
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| "I"ndigestion or difficulty swallowing |
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| The "O" in CAUTION and one of the Seven Warning Signs of Cancer |
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| "O"bvious change in a mole or wart |
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| The "N" in CAUTION and one of the Seven Warning Signs of Cancer |
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| "N"agging cough or hoarseness |
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| Any activity, substance, object, or behavior that has become the major focus of a person's life |
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| Leads to the exclusion of other activities or may harm the individual physically, mentally, or socially |
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| Physical and Psychological dependance despite the negative consequences that result |
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| There are up to __ million people with HIV in the US |
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| There are ________ new cases of HIV each year in the US |
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| Worldwide ___ million people are infected with HIV |
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| Worldwide there are over ___ million new HIV infections each year |
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| The three most common fluids involved in the transmission of HIV |
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| Blood, Semen, and Vaginal Secretions |
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| Can be transmitted in the womb and through breast milk |
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| Vaginal or Anal Intercourse |
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| Contact with infected semen or vaginal fluid |
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| Infected organ transplant or infected blood |
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| Use of contaminated needles |
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| Transfer from mother to infant during childbirth |
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| A retrovirus which consists of a protein shell surrounding the genetic material RNA |
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| Four Stages of HIV Infection |
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| Primary, Chronic Asymptomatic, Chronic Symptomatic, AIDS |
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| The first stage of HIV Infection |
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| The second stage of HIV Infection |
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| Chronic Asymptomatic Disease |
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| The third stage of HIV Infection |
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| Chronic Symptomatic Disease |
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| The fourth stage of HIV Infection |
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| This stage of HIV occurs soon after being infected |
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| During this stage of HIV some people experience a fever, swollen glands, and fatigue |
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| During this stage of HIV some may think they have the flu |
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| This stage of HIV is a decline in the immune cells with no specific disease symptoms |
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| Chronic Asymptomatic Disease |
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| This stage of HIV is a major depletion of immune cells |
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| Chronic Symptomatic Disease |
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| This stage of HIV leaves the body vulnerable to opportunistic infections such as a yeast infection of the mouth called thrush |
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| Chronic Symptomatic Disease |
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| This stage of HIV includes symptoms such as fevers, diarrhea, night sweats, and weight loss |
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| Chronic Symptomatic Disease |
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| Diagnosis of this stage of HIV is made after one or more of the 26 diseases has appeared |
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| An example of this stage of HIV is pnuemocystis carinii which is pneumonia caused by proliferation of a fungus due to a suppressed immune system |
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| After infection, the body begins to produce antibodies in an attempt to destroy the virus |
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| Human Immunodeficiency Virus |
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