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Bile Duct Cancer Bile duct cancer, also called cholangiocarcinoma, is a rare cancer that begins in the thin tubes that carry bile from the liver to the small intestine. Most bile duct cancers are adenocarcinomas, meaning they form in the glandular cells …

Bladder Cancer Bladder cancer is a relatively common cancer that begins in the urothelial cells lining the inside of the bladder, the hollow organ in the lower abdomen that stores urine. These cells also line the kidneys and ureters, but bladder tumors …

Blood Cancers Blood cancers develop in the bone marrow, lymphatic system, or lymph nodes, which are key parts of the body's immune and circulatory systems. Unlike solid tumors that form a mass, blood cancers involve the abnormal growth of blood or immune …

Bowel Cancer Bowel cancer is a general term for cancer that begins in the large bowel, which includes the colon and rectum. Depending on where it starts, it may be called colon cancer or rectal cancer. Cancer can also develop in the small bowel (small …

Brain Cancer Brain cancer refers to malignant tumors that begin in the brain. These primary brain tumors are less common than many other cancers, but they can significantly affect neurological function depending on their type, size, and location. Not all …

Breast Cancer Breast cancer develops when abnormal cells grow uncontrollably in breast tissue. It often begins in the ducts that carry milk to the nipple or in the lobules that produce milk, but it can arise in other areas of the breast as well. While …

Cervical Cancer Cervical cancer occurs when abnormal cells grow uncontrollably in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. Most cases are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), a common sexually transmitted infection. While …

I was first exposed to medicine when volunteering at a cancer center in high school. At that time, I was captivated by the patient-doctor relationship formed at the cancer center and wanted to pursue a career in medicine ever since. It is a privilege to …

Colon Cancer Colon cancer starts in the large intestine, or colon, the last part of the digestive tract. It most often develops in adults over 50 but can occur at any age. The disease typically begins as small, noncancerous growths called polyps on the …

Endometrial Cancer Endometrial cancer is the most common type of uterine cancer. It begins in the lining of the uterus, called the endometrium. The uterus is a hollow, pear-shaped organ in the pelvis where fetal development occurs. Endometrial cancer is …