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Growth, Development, and Reproduction of Organisms

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Growth, Development, and Reproduction of Organisms: Human Body Systems

Types and Causes of Cancer

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Types and Causes of Cancer

Cancer is a group of diseases that begin when cells in the body start growing and dividing uncontrollably. These fast-growing cells can form tumors, spread to other parts of the body, and affect how organs function. There are many types of cancer, such...

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Cancer happens when cells in the body start growing out of control and often form a lump called the tumor. These cancer cells can spread to different parts of the body. There are several causes behind this uncontrolled growth.

Some cancers are caused by pathogens like viruses and bacteria. For example, the human papillomavirus can sometime...

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