The Common Types of Cancer Different Types In Men and Women
The leading and the most common types of cancer in men and women worldwide are those affecting the skin, lungs and breasts. Different types of lymphoma and leukemia develop more often in children.
Yes, children can also get the disease. Experts right now still don't know yet what the world's single most common type is because it depends on where you live and how you live.
There are cancers that are common in one or two countries but are regarded as rare types in other countries.
Most common types of cancer include the following...
Skin
In the United States, it is now one of the most common types in men and women. There are actually 3 types of abnormal skin growths among which melanoma is the deadliest.
They are all results of the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation, especially that coming from the sun. That is why, the most effective step on prevention is to stay away from the sun.
Lung
According to facts about what is a lung tumor, it is now the most ordinary type of tumor in most countries affecting both men and women, particularly the United Kingdom and China.
Tobacco use is the number one cause. (See other major factors in Smoking Causes Lung Tumor.) And so, the single most effective prevention step is to quit smoking.
Breast
This type occurs very frequently in women after skin cancers. In the Philippines, it is the 3rd leading cause of death due to disease. What causes breast tumor is a combination of factors such as genetic makeup, hormones and obesity.
Prostate
This type affects men above 60 years of age thus, human aging is a major risk factor.
Interesting Fact: Men who live in the United States and Europe are more susceptible to tumors in their prostates.
Colorectal
This is another one of the common types of cancer in both men and women. It is the second most common cause of death due to the disease. Rate is especially high among those who prefer a diet high on saturated fats.
The typical Western kind of diet that is almost 90% meat is an example of an unhealthy diet.
Look at your everyday meals. Is meat a major part? Meat is one of the acidic foods on your table. A meat-based diet is one of causes of colon tumor.
Here's a great tip for prevention of colon polyps: Eat more of foods high in fiber.
Endometrial
It occurs more often in women who are overweight. In fact, a whopping 40% of cases are effects of obesity.
Women who are obese are 2 to 4 times more prone to developing tumors in their endometrium.
Your type of diet is the reason for obesity. If you are already above the normal BMI and yet, you keep on eating unhealthy foods, you face a greater risk.
It is proven that Acrylamide, a substance released by some cancer-causing foods, is also found to promote tumor development in your endometrium.
Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma
Non Hodgkins lymphoma is one of the major lymphomas. It is more common than Hodgkins.
Leukemia also develops in adults but it occurs more often in children. There are different types of leukemia. ALL leukemia is the most common in children while CLL leukemia is the most common in adults.
