Question 1

can you get cancer on your finger?

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Yes but rare: Cancer originating on finger may be related to skin, soft tissue, under nail (melanoma) or bone. Spread from cancer originating elsewhere can result in metastatic deposit in finger region.

Question 2

what type of docs check for anal cancer where they get lube and swab their finger in peoples anal?

Accepted Answer

Most can: A rectal exam usually looks for trace blood (before stools looks red), which is usually from colon cancers. Can also check for internal hemorrhoids. Any primary care (gyn included) or surgical provider can do this test. Psych / opthalmology...Not so much.

Question 3

felt a hard tiny painless lump just below the skin of my upper armpit. it's round and it feels like those small silver balls on cakes you eat. i can get it between 2 fingers and wiggle it around with skin but it feels hard as a rock? scared cancer?

Accepted Answer

: The Small size snd mobility make it less likely  to be cancerous. Keep an eye on it and if it’s not getting larger you won’t have to worry.

Question 4

i've had warts on my hands since i was a child. does hpv cause warts on hands and fingers? am i going get cervical cancer?

Accepted Answer

HPV causes warts: Hpv causes warts on the hands.  It is not related to your risk of cervical cancer.  Different strains of the virus cause cervical carcinoma (types 16, 18, 31, and 33.  Consider asking your doctor about pap smear and hpv testing if you are concerned about cervical cancer.

Question 5

i had a hard stool this morning & i used my finger to help get it out. i defecated again in the evening and one of my stools had a bit of bloody bright red mucus on top of it. could it be cancer & do i need to go see a doctor? i'm so worried?

Accepted Answer

: Bright red blood lining the outside of poop is fresh &amp; originates from a scratch or tear in the outlet. These are common after hard, lumpy or rapid emptying triggers a break in the skin. They often self heal. Dark /purple blood mixed inside the poop would represent partially broken down blood originating from higher up &amp; would suggest worrisome problem. Confirm with the doc if you wish.

Question 6

can phone radiation travel with touch? for example, if i touch a phone and then my eyelid with the same fingers, could i get cancer in my eyelid? or can i get cancer in body parts more likely to get cancer, like if i touch a phone then a breast?

Accepted Answer

No risk, no worry: Phone radiation does not cause cancer; that's an urban myth. Ignore unscientific websites. In any case, radiation doesn't work that way; it's not like an infection you can pass around. Any effect from radiation is directly from the exposure itself. By the way, all humans are continually exposed to intense radiation all the time. We live in a sea of cosmic rays, electromagnetism, and microwaves.

Question 7

i read that if  your fingers dont have  lunulae or moons on fingers it means you at risk for cancer is this true ?

Accepted Answer

No: Not a risk factor or a sign of cancer, wish you wellness

Question 8

is tingling of.the fingers sign of any cancer?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: You should see a health care provider to determine what the problem is, however.

Question 9

i noticed a super light brownish skinny line in the center of my left pointer finger, it's so tiny and only right in the middle,,not end to end.. could this be cancer?

Accepted Answer

: I assume you mean fingernail?   Goggle lines in finger nails and look at images. See if you can match up. Lines in nails rarely cancer. Then let your Dr look at it.

Question 10

is line on my sons finger nail cancer?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Nail cancer is very unusual. Is the line on all of the nails? If such is the case and depending on the appearance, it may suggest a metabolic abnormality. At any rate, if it is a concern, its best to have it examined by your pediatrician.

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Felt a hard tiny painless lump just below the skin of my upper armpit. it's round and it feels like those small silver balls on cakes you eat. i can get it between 2 fingers and wiggle it around with skin but it feels hard as a rock? scared cancer?

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I've had warts on my hands since i was a child. does hpv cause warts on hands and fingers? am i going get cervical cancer?

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I had a hard stool this morning & i used my finger to help get it out. i defecated again in the evening and one of my stools had a bit of bloody bright red mucus on top of it. could it be cancer & do i need to go see a doctor? i'm so worried?

A member asked:

Can phone radiation travel with touch? for example, if i touch a phone and then my eyelid with the same fingers, could i get cancer in my eyelid? or can i get cancer in body parts more likely to get cancer, like if i touch a phone then a breast?

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I read that if your fingers dont have lunulae or moons on fingers it means you at risk for cancer is this true ?

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Is tingling of.the fingers sign of any cancer?

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I noticed a super light brownish skinny line in the center of my left pointer finger, it's so tiny and only right in the middle,,not end to end.. could this be cancer?

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Is line on my sons finger nail cancer?

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