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What is it called when breast caner spreads to the bone?
When cancer spreads, the new sites are called metastases.
Is prostate cancer terminal when it reaches the bone?
When any type of cancer metastasizes and spreads to the bone or other organs, this is very serious. Only a trained doctor who looks at the pathology of patient who has cancer that has spread to the bone can make such a diagnosis.
What organs are affected by bone cancer?
the organs that affected by bone cancer is the hearth,arms,legs,vital,skin,cornea,objective lens and the fingers.......ulol....
What is the ribbon for bone cancer?
the bone cancer ribbon color is yellow, there are many other colors, too.
Is Bone cancer a disease?
Bone cancer is a malignancy in bone. Cancer that originates in the bone is termed as primary bone cancer. This type of cancer is very rare.Children are effected mostly by this type rather than adults. More often, cancer cells spread metastasize to the bones from other parts of the body such as the breasts, lungs, and prostate.Primary tumorsOsteosarcoma ChondrosarcomaEwing's sarcomaMultiple MyelomaOsteoclastomaFibrosarcoma
Can bone cells get cancer?
Yes, bone cells can develop cancer. The most common type of bone cancer is osteosarcoma, which primarily affects the osteoblasts, the cells responsible for bone formation. Osteosarcoma usually occurs in the long bones, such as the arms and legs, but it can also develop in other bones. In addition to osteosarcoma, another type of bone cancer is chondrosarcoma, which originates in the cartilage cells within the bones. Ewing sarcoma is another rare form of bone cancer that typically affects the bones or the soft tissues surrounding the bones. It's essential to note that cancers can also spread (metastasize) to the bones from other parts of the body. For example, breast, lung, and prostate cancers are known to metastasize to the bones. If someone suspects they may have bone cancer or is experiencing symptoms such as persistent bone pain, swelling, or unexplained fractures, they should consult with a healthcare professional. Early detection and appropriate medical care are crucial for the management and treatment of bone cancers.
Is bone cancer a lifestyle disease?
Bone cancer is a malignancy in bone. Cancer that originates in the bone is termed as primary bone cancer. This type of cancer is very rare.Children are effected mostly by this type rather than adults. More often, cancer cells spread metastasize to the bones from other parts of the body such as the breasts, lungs, and prostate.Primary tumorsOsteosarcoma ChondrosarcomaEwing's sarcomaMultiple MyelomaOsteoclastomaFibrosarcoma
Why do you have ribs bone?
To protect your heart and lungs and other vital organs>
What is the medical term meaning cancer of the bone?
Most cases of bone marrow cancer are a result of cancer cells entering the bone marrow from other cancers in the body, such as Breast cancer, prostate cancer, or lung cancer. The primary bone cancers are called osteosarcoma, chondrosarcoma, Ewing's sarcoma, and malignant fibrous histiocytoma. Then there are other kinds of bone marrow cancers that are associated with a dysfunction in the development of blood cells that start out as pluripotent stem cells. These cncers include leukemia and lymphomas. A type of bone cancer that ocurrs in the red bone marrow is called multiple MYELOMA.
What does ''harvest child'' mean?
It means a child who was born to supply organs, bone marrow or other body parts to another person who may be dying from cancer, etc. - usually a family member.
Does bone cancer commonly start in the bone?
Actually, the opposite is true. Approximately 80% of bone cancers are secondary, such as metastasis from primary tumors in soft tissue. Only about 20% of bone cancers actually start in the bone and then metastasize to soft tissues and other locations.
What is the other name for leukemia?
Second name for the leukemia is blood cancer or bone marrow cancer characterized by abnormal increase in blood cells usually leukocytes.
