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Cancer in 20s. how common? symptoms to look out for? i always have health anxiety about this & i know a 25yr old w/ leukemia. :/ any stats? thanks!
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Relatively Uncommon: Cancer tends to be a disease of the elderly but there are definitely some cancers that are more common at younger age. www.cancer.net is a good resource to learn more.
Answered 3/28/2016
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Uncommon for most: ..Cancers except maybe in patients with inherited traits. Some cancers are more common in younger folks, though. My advise: 1. Have a good talk with your doc about this, particularly regarding your family history. 2. Live a healthy life. Eat well, exercise, and avoid indulging in toxic habits. 3. Live your life without fear, stuff can happen to any of us, and being anxious will not prevent it.
Answered 11/11/2013
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