Cancer-Related Dictionary
Comprehensive medical dictionary with cancer-related terms, definitions, and explanations to help you better understand medical terminology and concepts.
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Kaposi's sarcoma is a rare type of cancer that causes multiple lesions to form in the skin, oral cavity, lymph nodes, and internal organs. Often associated with individuals having a compromised immune system, such as HIV/AIDS patients, it's triggered by human herpesvirus 8 (HHV-8). Both cutaneous (skin) and visceral (internal organ) forms exist, showcasing symptoms like reddish or purplish patches, nodules, or plaques.
Read full definition→Kidney cancer is a type of malignancy that originates in the kidneys, specifically in the small tubes within them. Variations include renal cell carcinoma and transitional cell carcinoma. It is often discovered in the early stages when there are few, if any, symptoms. Risk factors include smoking, obesity, and high blood pressure. Treatment may involve surgery, radiotherapy, or targeted therapies.
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