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Difference between Cancer and Tumor

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Dr. Karuna Kumar

Cancer is a condition in which cells begin to divide uncontrollably. Cancer can be caused by the uncontrolled division of cells.

A tumour is an uncontrolled growth that occurs in solid tissues like muscle, bone, or organs. Tumours can spread to nearby tissues and organs via blood and lymph systems.

The cure rate for both cancerous and non-cancerous bone marrow and blood disorders in the west is between 80-and 90%. Although we have the best resources for diagnostic and therapeutic treatment, many patients are diagnosed at an advanced stage which can lead to less desirable outcomes.

Information is power in the fight against the disease. Information is power. It allows you to prevent minor issues from becoming major problems. This article will provide information on various aspects of the Complete Blood Count (CBC), including their normal roles in our bodies, its origins, and when it is best to seek an expert opinion.

 

Abnormal cellular growth

Cancers and tumours are abnormal, rapid cellular growth. They can occur anywhere in the body. Tumours can cause a tumour to grow in the body, or on the surface. Cancers can spread throughout the body and are unpredictable.


Different types of tumours


Malignant tumour:

Malignant tumours can be cancerous. Malignant tumours can also cause secondary tumours. They invade surrounding tissues and transport them to other areas of the body. Malignant tumours may be fatal.


A benign tumour:

Benign tumours do not spread through the body and are considered non-cancerous. Except for brain anomalies that can cause inflammation or tension in other areas of the body, benign tumours aren't life-threatening.


Some tumours may not be cancerous:


All tumours are safe to assume that they are not cancerous. Because cell growth doesn't travel through vital organs, benign tumours aren't cancerous. Malignant tumours may lead to cancer.


All cancers, except for those that are cancerous, are not considered tumours. The growth of any type of tumour is not a sign that blood cancer has occurred. It is therefore important to consult a specialist.


Treatment of Tumors vs. cancer


There are many factors that can affect the treatment and medication for cancer and tumours. The patient's age, location, type of tumour, speed of growth and other factors will all affect the effectiveness of medication and treatment. It also depends on the stage and type of cancer.


Because benign tumours are not usually life-threatening, doctors may recommend surgery to remove them. The recovery process can vary depending on the stage and time of the tumour. It is possible for patients to recover immediately after surgery, or it may take several months.


The most common treatment options for patients with cancer are surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy. The surgery involves the surgical removal of the cancerous growth. To have a dramatic effect on cancerous cells, powerful chemicals are used during chemotherapy. Radiation therapy uses high-energy radiation to kill or slow down the growth of cancer cells.


Gene Therapy is one of the options being investigated. Gene Therapy uses DNA as a therapeutic agent to treat affected cells.


Blood cancer can be treated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy, just like cancer. Sometimes, chemotherapy and radiation therapy can be combined with bone marrow transplants or stem cell transplants. For the treatment of certain non-cancerous tumours, stem cell transplant or Bone marrow donation can also be used.


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