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The way that breast cancer affect men and women is that, for instance if a man or woman falls and get their breast hit really hard, it increases his or her chance of getting Breast cancer.If he or she gets breast cancer in the breast will grow a tumor that will cause him or her to have a lump on their breast.But the reason why men and women get breast cance still remains a secret for those those men and women who have breast cancer.
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∙ 15y agoFemales are the most affected, more then 30% have it and may not know... Mostly because they have not been with many men, but they are wrong sleeping with a man that has had many sex partners is the same as you sleeping with them your self.... The younger you are is a facter too, Becase you may find out after the pre cancer cell turn into real cancer and starts speading.... If found at a early stage the cancer can be stopped....
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∙ 14y agoLung cancer is the most common cancer related death in men and second in women.
Per CDC website notation 2009, lung cancer is the most common cancer related death in men and women.
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∙ 11y agolung cancer affects mostly older people but usually women get it at a younger age
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∙ 13y agothe people around them
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When did more women start dying of lung cancer than breast cancer?
1980
Is lung cancer more common in men or women?
We have known for a long time that the survival rate for men with lung cancer is lower than it is for women. On the other hand, the good news is the death rate for lung cancer in men (unlike women) has been dropping in recent years.
Does cancer affect men or women more?
Lung cancer is the most common cancer related death in men and second in women. Per CDC website notation 2009, lung cancer is the most common cancer related death in men and women.
Most common cancer in Canada?
lung cancer is increasing these days among men and women therfore its the most among all of them even though breast cancer is more in women
How many types of cancer have been identified?
There are many different types of cancers, and they can affect any organ in the body. The most common cancers that affect men are prostate cancer, lung cancer, and colon cancer. The most common three that affect women are breast cancer, colon cancer, and lung cancer. There are many other types than those though.
Is cancer more common in women or men?
Depends what type...obvious prostate cancer is more common in men b/c they have one while cervix cancer is more common in women b/c they have one. Cancers like Lung and Liver are more common in women.
Do men get lung cancer more than women?
In each of the major racial/ethnic groups in the United States, the rates of lung cancer among men are about two to three times greater than the rates among women.
What is the cancer that only women can have?
Some cancers are more common found in men then women. These include Bowel cancer, prostate cancer, bladder cancer non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and lung cancer.
What is the relationship between lung problems and tuberous sclerosis?
Lung problems are a part of TS, and affect women more often. Lymphangioleimyomas of the lung are common and affect about 1-4% of people with TS by interfering with normal lung function.
Is smoking the major cause for cancer in the US?
* Cancer is the second leading cause of death and was among the first diseases causally linked to smoking. * Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death, and cigarette smoking causes most cases. * Compared to nonsmokers, men who smoke are about 23 times more likely to develop lung cancer and women who smoke are about 13 times more likely. Smoking causes about 90% of lung cancer deaths in men and almost 80% in women.
Do more people die from skin cancer or lung cancer?
Lung cancer is the leading cause of death in people with cancer. People normally die from smoking then getting lung cancer.
How do men and women compare in the risk for cancer?
The risk for cancer can vary between men and women, with certain types of cancer being more prevalent in one gender than the other. Additionally, factors such as genetics, lifestyle, and exposure to risk factors contribute to individual variations in cancer risk. Here are some key points regarding cancer risk in men and women: 1. Common Cancers in Men: Prostate Cancer: This is the most common cancer in men, and the risk increases with age. Lung Cancer: Smoking is a major risk factor, and lung cancer is more common in men than in women. Colorectal Cancer: Men have a slightly higher risk than women for developing colorectal cancer. Bladder Cancer: Men are more likely than women to develop bladder cancer. 2. Common Cancers in Women: Breast Cancer: This is the most common cancer in women, and the risk increases with age. Lung Cancer: While smoking historically affected more men, lung cancer rates in women have risen due to increased smoking among women. Colorectal Cancer: Women have a slightly lower risk than men for developing colorectal cancer. Ovarian Cancer: Ovarian cancer is unique to women and is more common in older age groups. Uterine (Endometrial) Cancer: The risk increases with age, and factors such as obesity and hormone levels can contribute. 3. Shared Cancers: Lung Cancer: While historically more common in men, lung cancer rates have increased in women due to changing smoking patterns. Colorectal Cancer: Both men and women can develop colorectal cancer. 4. HPV-Related Cancers: Certain cancers, such as cervical cancer in women and cancer in both men and women, are associated with human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. HPV-related oropharyngeal cancers are also observed in both genders. 5. Lifestyle Factors: Lifestyle choices, such as smoking, diet, physical activity, and alcohol consumption, can influence cancer risk in both men and women. 6. Hormonal Factors: Hormonal factors, such as estrogen and testosterone levels, play a role in gender-specific cancers like breast and prostate cancer.
