Question 1

stool is spiral and slightly flat. very large amounts though. is this a blockage? colon cancer?

Accepted Answer

Evluation: You should see gastroenterology to be evaluated and have colonoscopy to find the cause so be treated.

Question 2

stool is spiral shaped. sometimes it comes out normally, but this morning was spiral shaped. some anal burning as well. cancer? fobt last year clear.

Accepted Answer

Stool shape: The shape of stool may vary and at times flatter shapes occur from anorectal tightness or.minor spasm of the anal sphincter. Anal burning could signify some degree of inflammation. Apply warm water applications to the anus, pat dry and apply anusol ointment. If symptoms persist consult your physician or a proctologist.

Question 3

is it possible to get lung cancer from a spiral ct scan?

Accepted Answer

Possible: Not from one, but from many.  Cts dose you with radiation.  The more you have the higher the risk of getting cancer.  Most common are immune cancers such as lymphoma and leukemia.

Question 4

how often should one have a spiral ct scan to check for lung cancer?

Accepted Answer

Rarely: A ct scan is not a screening exam. You only do one when you are looking at something with high suspicion. That is a lot of radiation to be routinely exposed to when you are screening for cancer.

Question 5

does badal cell carcinoma itch?

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Not usually: Basal cell is usually a painless pearly appearing nodule in sun exposed areas of skin.  It can get very big and produce an ulcer in the center.  The sooner it is diagnosed and removed the better.

Question 6

what causes squarmis cell carcinoma?

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Depends on location: The most common form of squamous cell carcinoma (scc) occurs on skin, with sun damage being the leading cause.  Scc can also occur in the esophagus, lung, oral cavity, and anal canal.  Prolonged exposure to irritants such as smoking and chewing tobacco can lead to increased risk of scc in the lung and oral cavity.  A certain type of virus (human papillomavirus) can also increase the risk of scc.

Question 7

what is transitional cell carcinoma?

Accepted Answer

Urinary tract cancer: Transitional cell carcinoma is a cancer of the urinary tract (kidney, ureter, bladder, urethra).  It is the second most common type of kidney cancer.  There is increased incidence in smokers and people exposed to certain chemicals. Symptoms may include blood in the urine, intractable back pain, painful or frequent urination, weight loss.

Question 8

what causes mucoepidermiod carcinoma?

Accepted Answer

Bad luck: All cancers arise from accumulated mutations on clones-within-clones of cells. Mucoepidermoid carcinomas are fairly common wherever there are big or small salivary glands, and some places where there are other glands that can mimic the pattern. There are no clear environmental or behavioral risk factors.

Question 9

what is meant by hepetocellula carcinoma?

Accepted Answer

Hepato: Means liver, a cell group in the liver have turned cancerous.

Question 10

how does ando carcinoma effect your hunger?

Accepted Answer

Huh?: If you mean "adenocarcinoma" that is describing a glandular origin to cancer and isn't a specific type..Usually need to know what organ it's coming from.  Many reasons and types of cancer can affect appetite.  Depends on many things.  Need more info.

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Stool is spiral and slightly flat. very large amounts though. is this a blockage? colon cancer?

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Stool is spiral shaped. sometimes it comes out normally, but this morning was spiral shaped. some anal burning as well. cancer? fobt last year clear.

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