Tumor, Benign, Malignant….What Do They Mean?

When relatives do not want me to tell the patient that he has cancer, I use the words “tumor” or “malignant” or “bukol” or “cancerous” to describe to them what they have. When patients hear the word tumor, it always sends shivers down their spine. A tumor is often associated with cancer but NOT ALL TUMORS ARE...

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Understanding Cancer Series: How is Cancer Diagnosed?-Part 1

In a previous post, I have discussed the signs and symptoms of cancer (Understanding Cancer Series: Signs and Symptoms of Cancer). Different patients will have different manifestations. They will have different reasons for going to the doctor. What is important is that when the condition has been lingering for two weeks or more,...

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