Cancer

• 2 types of tumour formations:

  • Benign - Stays in one place, usually in membranes
  • Malignant - Spreads around body causing damage, through the bloodstream
• Cancer= Uncontrolled cell division, mutations, and genetic changes that lead to the formation of tumours
• Tumour = Abnormal mass of tissue formed by uncontrolled growth of cells.
• What causes cancer?

  Cancer is caused by mutations in DNA that lead to uncontrolled cell growth
• How do you treat cancer?

  > Radiotherapy - Targeted radiation but may damage healthy cells

  > Chemotherapy - Chemicals via IV drip to kill cancer cells