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<\/a><\/p>\nWhat is cancer?<\/strong> Symptoms of cancer in women:<\/strong> \u2022 Change in breast \u2013<\/strong> puckering, nipples turn inward, nipple discharge, redness<\/p>\n \u2022 Bloating \u2013<\/strong> constant bloating means ovarian cancer<\/p>\n \u2022 Bleeding after menopause \u2013<\/strong> it is not normal to bleed after menopause<\/p>\n \u2022 Skin changes \u2013<\/strong> change in size, color and shape of mole or spot on skin<\/p>\n \u2022 Blood in urine \u2013<\/strong> secretion of blood through urine<\/p>\n \u2022 Trouble swallowing \u2013<\/strong> consistent vomiting makes it difficult to digest foods<\/p>\n \u2022 Weight loss without trying \u2013<\/strong> reduction in weight that makes women look frail<\/p>\n \u2022 Mouth changes \u2013<\/strong> bright red patches inside mouth<\/p>\n \u2022 Cough \u2013<\/strong> more than 3-4 weeks<\/p>\n Causes of cancer in women:<\/strong> Also Read:Breast Cancer: Start Your Fight before It Strikes<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Top forms of cancer affecting women:<\/strong> \u2022 Breast Cancer<\/strong> Breast cancer can be cured at its early stage (stage 0 & 1); chances are favorable even in stage 2. That\u2019s why women must get clinical checkups for breast exams in every 3 years until the age of 20-30 years. A healthy diet and regular exercise can significantly reduce the risks of breast cancer.<\/p>\n \u2022 Lung, and bronchus cancer<\/strong> \u2022 Chest pain<\/p>\n \u2022 Fatigue<\/p>\n \u2022 Blood in a cough<\/p>\n \u2022 Prolonged cough<\/p>\n \u2022 Wheezing and shortness of breath<\/p>\n \u2022 Difficulty swallowing<\/p>\n Doctors can detect the presence of lung and bronchus cancer by conduction of some tests like Bronchoscope, Biopsy, Mediastinoscopy, Sputum test, X-rays, positron emission tomography, CT scans or MRI scans of the chest.<\/p>\n \u2022 Colon and rectum cancer<\/strong> \u2022 Genes (DNS type) \u2013<\/strong> It arises when the cells are unable to repair the damaged DNA.<\/p>\n \u2022 Genes (family type) \u2013<\/strong> Inheritance of genetic predisposition from family members, develops the risks of cancer.<\/p>\n \u2022 Sedentary lifestyle \u2013<\/strong> Inactive lifestyle, high intake of fat, low in fiber, heavy alcohol consumption, smoking and red meat increases the chances of colon cancer.<\/p>\n \u2022 Other medical factors \u2013<\/strong> Diabetes, radiation treatment, ulcerative colitis also increases the possibility of colon cancer.<\/p>\n Early detection of this cancer can be removed by a treatment called colonoscopy and studies show that intake of calcium and dairy products can reduce the risk of this type of cancer.<\/p>\n
\nIt is a general name given to a group of diseases affecting body tissues. The Human body is made up of trillions of living cells which can grow, die and divide in a well-ordered manner, but when these cells become abnormal i.e. grow constantly instead of dying and invading other tissues also causes cancer. It can affect almost every part of the body.<\/p>\n
\nSome specific cancer symptoms are reported in women more often. Such symptoms of cancer include:<\/p>\n
\nThere are several aspects responsible for developing cancer in women. Some major factors which can increase the chances of cancer include family medical history, unhealthy living style, high body mass index, tobacco smoking and alcohol use, less fruit and vegetable intakes, lack of physical activity.<\/p>\n
\nThere are some very common cases of cancer that affect women more often than others do. These cancers can be counted as:<\/p>\n
\nBreast cancer is one of the very common forms of cancer in women that develops in the cells of the breast. Studies say that one out of eight women is diagnosed with breast cancer. Breast cancer occurs in women due to long menstruation i.e. when periods start before 12 and menopause after 55. Other causes include-having the first pregnancy after 30, non-pregnancy, overweight, no breastfeeding, alcohol consumption and lack of exercise.<\/p>\n
\nLung, and bronchus cancer are a carcinogenic type of cancer. National Lung Association studies show that its cases are increased by 3.5% only from 1999 to 2012. Smoking is a major cause of lung cancer. Second-hand smoke, radon gas, arsenic, tar and soot also invite potential risks of cancer in women. Some primary symptoms of this type of cancer include:<\/p>\n
\nColon cancer evolves in the inner wall of the large intestine and rectal cancer originates in the rectum, but both these cancers crop up together. This type of cancer mostly occurs at the age of 50 or more. Some causes of colorectal cancer symptoms are:<\/p>\n