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Common Types of Cancer and Their Symptoms

Description: Test your knowledge on the common types of cancer and their associated symptoms.
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Which type of cancer is characterized by the uncontrolled growth of cells in the lining of the colon or rectum?

  1. Lung Cancer

  2. Breast Cancer

  3. Colon Cancer

  4. Leukemia


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Colon cancer arises from the abnormal growth of cells in the colon or rectum, leading to the formation of malignant tumors.

What is the most common type of cancer among women worldwide?

  1. Lung Cancer

  2. Breast Cancer

  3. Skin Cancer

  4. Cervical Cancer


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer among women globally, affecting millions of individuals.

Which cancer is associated with the uncontrolled growth of cells in the lungs?

  1. Prostate Cancer

  2. Ovarian Cancer

  3. Lung Cancer

  4. Pancreatic Cancer


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Lung cancer originates from the abnormal proliferation of cells in the lungs, often leading to the formation of malignant tumors.

What type of cancer affects the blood-forming tissues, including bone marrow and lymph nodes?

  1. Melanoma

  2. Lymphoma

  3. Sarcoma

  4. Leukemia


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Leukemia is a type of cancer that affects the blood-forming tissues, disrupting the production of healthy blood cells.

Which cancer is characterized by the uncontrolled growth of cells in the prostate gland?

  1. Testicular Cancer

  2. Prostate Cancer

  3. Bladder Cancer

  4. Kidney Cancer


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Prostate cancer arises from the abnormal growth of cells in the prostate gland, a male reproductive organ.

What type of cancer affects the cells that produce melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color?

  1. Melanoma

  2. Basal Cell Carcinoma

  3. Squamous Cell Carcinoma

  4. Kaposi's Sarcoma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that originates from the uncontrolled growth of melanocytes, the cells that produce melanin.

Which cancer is associated with the uncontrolled growth of cells in the ovaries?

  1. Cervical Cancer

  2. Ovarian Cancer

  3. Uterine Cancer

  4. Vaginal Cancer


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Ovarian cancer arises from the abnormal proliferation of cells in the ovaries, the female reproductive organs responsible for producing eggs.

What type of cancer affects the cells lining the uterus, the organ where a fetus develops during pregnancy?

  1. Endometrial Cancer

  2. Cervical Cancer

  3. Ovarian Cancer

  4. Vaginal Cancer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Endometrial cancer originates from the uncontrolled growth of cells in the lining of the uterus, also known as the endometrium.

Which cancer is characterized by the uncontrolled growth of cells in the pancreas, an organ responsible for producing digestive enzymes and insulin?

  1. Liver Cancer

  2. Pancreatic Cancer

  3. Gallbladder Cancer

  4. Stomach Cancer


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Pancreatic cancer arises from the abnormal proliferation of cells in the pancreas, leading to the formation of malignant tumors.

What type of cancer affects the cells lining the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina?

  1. Endometrial Cancer

  2. Cervical Cancer

  3. Ovarian Cancer

  4. Vaginal Cancer


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Cervical cancer originates from the uncontrolled growth of cells in the cervix, a common type of cancer among women.

Which cancer is associated with the uncontrolled growth of cells in the kidneys, the organs responsible for filtering waste products from the blood?

  1. Bladder Cancer

  2. Kidney Cancer

  3. Prostate Cancer

  4. Testicular Cancer


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kidney cancer arises from the abnormal proliferation of cells in the kidneys, leading to the formation of malignant tumors.

What type of cancer affects the cells lining the bladder, the organ that stores urine?

  1. Prostate Cancer

  2. Testicular Cancer

  3. Bladder Cancer

  4. Kidney Cancer


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bladder cancer originates from the uncontrolled growth of cells in the lining of the bladder, causing abnormal cell division.

Which cancer is characterized by the uncontrolled growth of cells in the testicles, the male reproductive organs responsible for producing sperm?

  1. Prostate Cancer

  2. Testicular Cancer

  3. Bladder Cancer

  4. Kidney Cancer


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Testicular cancer arises from the abnormal proliferation of cells in the testicles, affecting the production of sperm and hormones.

What type of cancer affects the cells lining the stomach, the organ responsible for digesting food?

  1. Esophageal Cancer

  2. Stomach Cancer

  3. Pancreatic Cancer

  4. Liver Cancer


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Stomach cancer originates from the uncontrolled growth of cells in the lining of the stomach, leading to the formation of malignant tumors.

Which cancer is associated with the uncontrolled growth of cells in the liver, the organ responsible for filtering toxins from the blood?

  1. Liver Cancer

  2. Pancreatic Cancer

  3. Gallbladder Cancer

  4. Stomach Cancer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Liver cancer arises from the abnormal proliferation of cells in the liver, often leading to the formation of malignant tumors.

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