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Your body is made up of cells, like a building is made up bricks. Inside each cell in your body, there is a copy of your genes. Genes are made of DNA and contain all the information your body needs to live and grow. Your genes even dictate what you look like: your hair colour, eye colour etc.
Cells in your body are constantly growing and repairing themselves. Each time a new cells grows, your genes are copied into the new cell. Sometimes, little mistakes are made and the DNA in the new cell ends up with an error in it. If this error affects the genes that contain the information the body needs for growth, the cell is cancerous and if it grows, it can lead to more cancer cells and eventually a tumour.
These errors in the DNA are completely random events and can happen to anyone. This means that everyone is at risk of cancer. However, there are things that a person can do that increases their risk. Things that cause damage to your cells and your body, increase your risk of cancer. These are things that we all know about: drinking, smoking, eating unhealthy foods, sun tanning. However, because it is all about risk, a perfectly healthy person can get cancer and a person that drinks and smokes excessively can not. Also living longer increases your risk too, that it why cancers are more prevalent in older generations.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 15y agoThis is as simple as it can be described.
Cancer starts because cells in a part of your body do not grow and divide the way that they are supposed to.
Cancer begins when when mutations disrupt the normal cell cycle, causing cells to divide in an uncontrrollable way.
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∙ 12y agoPeople get cancer because they are sick and I DON'T KNOW
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∙ 13y agoCancer is a cell mutation. The cell is just over-reproductive and creates way too many different cells that are also cancerous.
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∙ 8y agocause is still undetermined, we only know certain behaviors increase liklihood
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What will happen if the tiger have a cancer?
will die
What problems can happen with a heart?
heart disease,heart cancer, heart cancer,
What are some risks that can happen if you use smokeless tobacco?
Oral cancer, stomach cancer, kidney cancer, heart disease
What is the worst sun related thing that could happen?
You get sunburn which can cause cancer, you get the cancer and then die from it.
Can a grandmother with cervical cancer pass on prostate cancer to her grandson?
There is no possible way that could happen.
What kind of diseases happen in the esophagus?
Thyroid cancer.
What age do get lung cancer?
It can happen at any age
Is lung Cancer found in the UK?
Lung cancer can be found anywhere it can happen to anyone but mostly ones who smoke.
What would happen if a mistake was made in the DNA message?
cancer
How did happen when they get a heart cancer?
im sure they will die sooner ....
What would happen if cells with mutated DNA replicated?
Cancer.
Will you get breast cancer if you have bad health?
Having poor health can contribute to an increased risk of developing breast cancer, but it is not a direct cause of the disease. Several factors can influence the risk of breast cancer, including: Genetics: Inherited genetic mutations, such as BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations, can significantly increase the risk of developing breast cancer. Age: The risk of breast cancer increases with age, with most cases diagnosed in women over 50. Family History: Having close relatives, such as a mother, sister, or daughter, who have had breast cancer can increase the risk. Personal History: Previous breast cancer or certain benign breast conditions can elevate the risk of developing breast cancer in the future. Reproductive Factors: Early onset of menstruation, late menopause, having your first child after age 30, never having children, or not breastfeeding can influence breast cancer risk. Hormone Levels: Prolonged exposure to estrogen, either from hormonal therapies or natural hormone fluctuations, can increase the risk of breast cancer. Lifestyle Factors: Unhealthy lifestyle choices such as smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, lack of physical activity, and poor diet can contribute to an increased risk of cancer overall. While poor health and certain lifestyle factors can be associated with a higher risk of breast cancer, they do not guarantee that an individual will develop the disease. Conversely, maintaining good health through a balanced diet, regular exercise, limited alcohol consumption, avoiding tobacco, and managing chronic conditions can contribute to overall well-being and may help reduce the risk of cancer, including breast cancer. Regular screenings, such as mammograms, are also crucial for early detection and improved outcomes.
