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Difference between Tumors and Cancers; Tumor Stages;Cancer Stages
Tumors are masses of abnormal cells that can form anywhere in the body. Cancers are tumors that have the ability to spread to other parts of the body.
Tumor stages are determined by how large the tumor is, how far it has spread, and whether it has invaded any vital organs. Cancer stages are determined by how far the cancer has spread and whether it has invaded any vital organs.
What is a Tumor Definition?
A tumor is a mass or lump that develops when cells in the body grow out of control. Tumors can be either benign (not cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Benign tumors are usually not life-threatening, but malignant tumors can be.
1. Benign Tumor
A benign tumor is a mass or lump that is not cancerous. Benign tumors are often small and painless. They do not spread to other parts of the body like cancer does. Benign tumors can be removed with surgery, but they may grow back.
2. Malignant Tumor
A malignant tumor is a cancerous tumor. Malignant tumors are often large and may cause pain. They can spread to other parts of the body. Malignant tumors can be removed with surgery, but they may grow back.
2. Malignant tumor
cells are cells that have the ability to invade and destroy tissues. They can also spread (metastasize) to other parts of the body. Malignant tumors are cancerous. Benign tumor cells are cells that do not have the ability to invade and destroy tissues. They also cannot spread to other parts of the body. Benign tumors are not cancerous.
3. Premalignant Tumor
A premalignant tumor is a tumor that has not yet become cancerous, but has the potential to do so. These tumors are usually benign (not cancerous), but can sometimes become cancerous over time.
Diagnosis of Tumors
The diagnosis of tumors begins with a medical history and physical examination. The physician will ask about any symptoms the person is experiencing and perform a thorough examination.
Imaging tests, such as CT scans or MRIs, may be ordered to help determine the size and location of the tumor. A biopsy may also be performed to determine the type of tumor.
Treatment of Tumors and Cancers
There are many different types of tumors and cancers, and each is treated differently. In general, tumors are treated with surgery, radiation therapy, or chemotherapy. Cancers are treated with surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and/or hormone therapy.
Surgery is the most common treatment for tumors. The goal of surgery is to remove the tumor completely. Surgery may also be used to relieve symptoms caused by the tumor.
Radiation therapy is the most common treatment for cancers. The goal of radiation therapy is to kill cancer cells and stop them from spreading. Radiation therapy may be used alone or in combination with other treatments, such as chemotherapy.
Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill cancer cells. Chemotherapy may be used alone or in combination with other treatments, such as radiation therapy.
Hormone therapy is the use of hormones to kill cancer cells. Hormone therapy may be used alone or in combination with other treatments, such as radiation therapy or chemotherapy.
