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What are Oncologists?

Oncologists treat, work to prevent and diagnose cancer. Teams of medical professionals such as surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists, radiologists and organ specific oncologists meet to come up with the best plan to treat an individual patient based on their physical, emotional and social needs. Prevention has been successful in reducing the rates of cancer. Excessive tobacco and alcohol use have been proven to cause cancer. People should also use sunscreen to prevent skin cancer.

Symptoms and Treatments of Cancer?

Symptoms vary among the type of cancer, but bleeding, lumps, vomiting, persistent headaches, extreme weight loss, and unexplained pain are some of the most common. Treatments for cancer include chemotherapy, radiation and surgery to remove a mass or tumor. Bone marrow transplants can treat blood cancers and immunotherapy can be used for skin cancer. Hormonal therapy can treat breast cancer. Treatments vary depending on the individual based on factors such as age, physical condition, type of cancer, emotional stability, and social conditions.