Question 1

what would you say are most and least deadly types of cancer?

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Debatable but...: Basal cell cancer of the skin and papillary cancer of the thyroid are relatively "benign" forms of cancer -  an oxymoron, i know. Two cancers i wouldn't want are anaplastic cancer of the thyroid and glioblastoma, a particularly aggressive form of brain cancer. 10 more doctors will give you 10 different answers. Good luck.

Question 2

most deadly cancer?

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Any of several: There are maybe 5000 known cancer types. All will inevitably kill if untreated.  Of those that can be treated but not cured, glioblastoma of the brain is especially cruel and kills fast; small cell undifferentiated carcinoma kills about 30, 000 americans a year (basically all smokers) but chemotherapy can hold off the inevitable for a few months. Cures of common pancreatic cancer are rare.

Question 3

what is it like to tell someone a potentially life-threatening diagnosis like cancer?

Accepted Answer

It is not easy.: This is one of the hardest things a doctor has to do.  There is no simple way to handle this, just learn by experience.  Often the patient is not prepared, and does not want to think about this possibility.  Sometimes they already suspect that this is the case.  Whichever it is, noone knows how it feels until they do it themselves.

Question 4

what does it feel like to tell someone a potentially life-threatening diagnosis like cancer?

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It is not easy.: This is one of the hardest things a doctor has to do.  There is no simple way to handle this, just learn by experience.  Often the patient is not prepared, and does not want to think about this possibility.  Sometimes they already suspect that this is the case.  Whichever it is, noone knows how it feels until they do it themselves.

Question 5

which childhood cancers are deadly?

Accepted Answer

Most: Most cancers are potentially fatal if not treated successfully. Do you have questions regarding specific cancers and treatment?

Question 6

is cancer that goes to the brain deadly?

Accepted Answer

Mostly: Usually metastases to the brain herald a poor prognosis but they should be treated nonetheless to avoid seizures and headaches. There are a few cases in which a single or a couple of mets in the brain can be operated and radiated and the patient may do well long term if the cancer is under control elsewhere.  Can't say it happens often, though. Best to you.

Question 7

is cancer.in your head a deadly disease

Accepted Answer

Maybe: There are several types of brain cancer. Some can be successfully removed and cured, and some are very aggressive and can be deadly. Removal or biopsy will be necessary to determine what further treatment may be necessary and whether it is an aggressive or curable tumor.

Question 8

please explain why is prostate the most deadly cancer?

Accepted Answer

Wrong: Prostate is not "the most deadly cancer". Actually, which cancer would be called "deadliest" is a matter of debate, depends on the circumstances. Prostate cancer is very common and is often found incidentally in elderly men who die of other circumstances, meaning it was not growing and did not cause death. There are aggressive ones, no doubt, but as a rule i would not call it "the deadliest".

Question 9

is cervical cancer deadly?

Accepted Answer

Yes: When it turns invasive, it is 100% certain to kill you if it is not successfully treated. Surgery is your option. It can be quite simple surgery.

Question 10

what makes skin cancer deadly?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the kind: Melanoma is the kind of skin cancer that usually leads to death. It can spread to vital organs in a fairly aggressive fashion, thus the importance of preventing it by avoiding UV light exposure or at least early detection with regular skin screenings. Other types of skin cancers can kill if neglected but that is uncommon.

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