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Oncological Disease

Description: This quiz evaluates your knowledge about Oncological Diseases, their causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.
Number of Questions: 15
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What is the term for the abnormal, uncontrolled growth of cells in the body?

  1. Apoptosis

  2. Metastasis

  3. Hyperplasia

  4. Neoplasia


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Neoplasia is the medical term used to describe the abnormal, uncontrolled growth of cells in the body, which can lead to the formation of tumors.

Which of the following is NOT a type of benign tumor?

  1. Adenoma

  2. Lipoma

  3. Sarcoma

  4. Hemangioma


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sarcomas are malignant tumors that arise from connective tissues, such as bone, cartilage, muscle, and fat. Adenomas, lipomas, and hemangiomas are all examples of benign tumors.

The process by which cancer cells spread from their primary site to other parts of the body is known as:

  1. Metastasis

  2. Apoptosis

  3. Angiogenesis

  4. Differentiation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Metastasis is the process by which cancer cells break away from the primary tumor and travel through the bloodstream or lymphatic system to establish new tumors in other parts of the body.

Which of the following is a common symptom of lung cancer?

  1. Persistent cough

  2. Unexplained weight loss

  3. Fatigue

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Persistent cough, unexplained weight loss, and fatigue are all common symptoms of lung cancer. Other symptoms may include chest pain, shortness of breath, and coughing up blood.

The primary treatment modality for localized prostate cancer is:

  1. Surgery

  2. Radiation therapy

  3. Chemotherapy

  4. Hormonal therapy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Surgery is the primary treatment modality for localized prostate cancer. Radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and hormonal therapy may be used in combination with surgery or as adjuvant therapies.

Which type of cancer is characterized by the uncontrolled growth of cells in the blood-forming tissues?

  1. Leukemia

  2. Lymphoma

  3. Myeloma

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma are all types of cancer that arise from the blood-forming tissues. Leukemia affects the white blood cells, lymphoma affects the lymph nodes and other lymphoid tissues, and myeloma affects the plasma cells.

The most common type of skin cancer is:

  1. Basal cell carcinoma

  2. Squamous cell carcinoma

  3. Melanoma

  4. Merkel cell carcinoma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer, accounting for approximately 80% of all cases. It typically appears as a small, pearly bump or patch on the skin.

Which of the following is a risk factor for developing colorectal cancer?

  1. Age

  2. Diet high in red meat and processed foods

  3. Family history of colorectal cancer

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Age, a diet high in red meat and processed foods, and a family history of colorectal cancer are all risk factors for developing this type of cancer.

The primary treatment modality for early-stage breast cancer is:

  1. Surgery

  2. Radiation therapy

  3. Chemotherapy

  4. Targeted therapy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Surgery is the primary treatment modality for early-stage breast cancer. Radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy may be used in combination with surgery or as adjuvant therapies.

Which of the following is a common symptom of pancreatic cancer?

  1. Abdominal pain

  2. Jaundice

  3. Weight loss

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Abdominal pain, jaundice, and weight loss are all common symptoms of pancreatic cancer. Other symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, and fatigue.

The leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide is:

  1. Lung cancer

  2. Breast cancer

  3. Colorectal cancer

  4. Prostate cancer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide, accounting for approximately 1.8 million deaths each year.

Which of the following is a type of targeted therapy used to treat cancer?

  1. Imatinib

  2. Trastuzumab

  3. Erlotinib

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Imatinib, Trastuzumab, and Erlotinib are all examples of targeted therapies used to treat cancer. These drugs work by specifically targeting molecules that are involved in the growth and spread of cancer cells.

The process by which cancer cells evade the immune system is known as:

  1. Immune surveillance

  2. Immune evasion

  3. Immune tolerance

  4. Immune checkpoint inhibition


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Immune evasion is the process by which cancer cells evade the immune system's attempts to destroy them. This can be achieved through various mechanisms, such as expressing molecules that inhibit immune cell function or by altering the expression of antigens on the cancer cell surface.

Which of the following is a type of immunotherapy used to treat cancer?

  1. Checkpoint inhibitors

  2. Adoptive cell therapy

  3. Cancer vaccines

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Checkpoint inhibitors, adoptive cell therapy, and cancer vaccines are all types of immunotherapy used to treat cancer. These therapies work by stimulating the immune system to recognize and attack cancer cells.

The primary goal of cancer screening is to:

  1. Detect cancer at an early stage

  2. Prevent cancer from developing

  3. Treat cancer

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary goal of cancer screening is to detect cancer at an early stage, when it is more likely to be curable. Cancer screening tests can help identify individuals who are at high risk of developing cancer or who have early-stage cancer that may not yet be causing symptoms.

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