Learn About Cancer

  • Types Of Adolescent Cancer

    Cancer develops when cells in a part of the body begin to grow out of control. Although there are many kinds of cancer, they all start because of out-of-control growth of abnormal cells.

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  • Tests

    Throughout your diagnosis and treatment, you will have tons of different tests. Some tests will be more routine than others and you'll get used to them. Others may be uncomfortable and painful.

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  • Treatments

    Because every diagnosis is unique, your treatment plan will depend on a number of factors, so learn what you can and get involved.

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  • Side Effects

    Everyone is different and every cancer is different. Your cancer may be treated quicky with few side effects, but another person may need an extensive amount of treatment with severe side effects.

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  • Medicines

    This section will list the most common drugs, how they are given, and the most common side effects.

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  • Hospital Stays

    Here you'll find details on the main hospitals, nearby accommodation, the medical team around you and advice on how to stay entertained whilst in hospital.

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  • Eating Well

    Relax, we don't mean tofu burgers and wheatgrass shots, just taking a bit more care of your diet.

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  • Late Effects

    Late effects are delayed and can surface months to years after treatment ends - they can range from very mild to very serious and will vary from one survivor to the next.

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  • Medical Jargon

    Ever feel like someone is talking a foreign language? This page might help explain some of those weirdo medical words you're not quite sure of.

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  • Links, Reading & Other Support

    If you'd like to read more information about cancer then this page provides you with links to other sites and books that we recommend.

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