Question | Answer |
Malignant Melanoma (cancer of melanocytes)Description | A-Asymmetrical in shape
B-Borders are jagged
C- Color not uniform
D-Diameter 6mm+
E-Elevated to the touch
E-Evolves rapidly (changes) |
Malignant Melanoma | Risk factors- Light hair/fair skin/freckles, UV exposure
S&S-Visible growth
DX-Look for growths, Biopsy
TX-Surgery, possible chemo follow ups
Prognosis- Early detection is critical (91%) |
Bronchiogenic Cancer (Lung) | Risk factors-Family history of cancer, smoking
S&S-Shortness of breath, cough, hoarseness
DX-Chest xray, Biopsy
TX-Surgery, chemo or radiation follow up
Prognosis-50% survival if caught early, sharp decline if found later |
Colorectal Cancer (colon) | Risk factors-Age, Diet
S&S-None apparent early
DX-Fecal blood test (age 40), Colonoscopy age 50, unless family history) 3-5 years, Biopsy
TX-Surgery
Prognosis-65% survival |
Prostate Cancer | Risk-Age
S&S-Obstruction of urine flow, frequent urination, more common UTI's
DX-Digital rectal exam(at 40), PSA test(at 50), Biopsy
TX-Depends on age/patient wishes
Prognosis-99% 5yr |
Testicular Cancer | Risk-Puberty through 20's, decreasing with age
DX-Self exam, Biopsy
TX-SUrgery
Prognosis-95% survival |
Breast Cancer | Risk-Estrogen exposure, larger than average baby, early puberty, Age, Late menopause, Estrogen receptors
S&S-Lump, nipple discharge, dimpling of skin
DX-Self exam age 20(monthly), Clinical exam 20-39 (every 3 yrs), Mammogram 40+(annually) 35+ if FH |
Breast Cancer CONT. | Biopsy
TX-Surgery, chemo and radiation followup |
Cervical Cancer | Risk-Puberty-20s, HPV, HSV
S&S-None until advanced
DX-Pap smear, biopsy
TX-Surgery, radioactive implant
Prognosis-92% if early |