what does cancer look like?
476954
Cancer looks like a spider. That's why it's named Cancer. Anyways, if you want to know how cancer actually happens I'll fill you in: You see if in some part of your body cell division gets out of control and too much Mitosis happens( mitosis is the sort of cell division that cells have but meiosis only happens in sexual organs) all the cells that are produces will start making a tumor. So, if this tumor is not that dangerous nothing will really happen. Although if it's not a good tumor, after a while the membrane of that tumor will tare apart and the cells will go to an organ of your body (where they are) and make the cancer although if they enter your blood things will get really dirty and they can go to all your organs.
641406
go to http://uk.ask.com/#subject:ask|pg:1 and chose "pictures" then type in melanoma and a whole bunch of pics come up.  Good luck
146562
The word "Cancer" comes from the Latin word "cancer" which means a crab (which is also the fourth sign of the Zodiac). This is probably because the appearance of some advanced cancers looks as if they are sprouting out tentacles/claws, somewhat like the general appearance of an entire crab.
718221
it can look like anything.  \n\nwho knows, it could be your computer. \n\n:-)
795676
One sign of cancer is a sore that does not heal. Do good mouth care through out the day with a good antiseptic mouthwash, and brushing your teeth after every meal. And Gargle with salt water, 1/2 teaspoon salt to 1 Cup of water. Make sure you are eating a good healthy diet, and should take a natural multi vitamin. If the sore is not gone in two to three days, go see a doctor.\nCheck out this great healthy living web site with a lot of good information.\nhttp://www.recipes-for-a-healthy-home.com/index.html
471686
I DON'T WANNA SCARE YOU AND TELL YOU THAT IT MIGHT BE CANCER BECAUSE AS SOON AS WE HEAR THE WORD LUMP THAT'S WHAT WE ALL START TO THINK. IT COULD BE A ULCER, OR IT COULD BE ANYTHING NONE OF US HAVE GIVING YOU X-RAY'S SO THERE FORE WE WOULD NOT KNOW TRY AND GET SOME X-RAYS BECAUSE THIS CAN SEE YOUR ORGANS AND INSIDE OF YOUR BONES. THEN YOU WILL KNOW WHAT THE REAL PROBLEM IS AND YOU CAN TAKE IT FROM THERE. I HOPE THAT YOU FEEL BETTER AND MY BEST WISHES ARE WITH YOU.
949366
cancer is the big one, cancer cells are cells that just don't die, so they grow and reproduce take up valuable nutrients from healthy cells, crowd out healthy cells until the healthy cells die, and finally take over your body until it's systems shut down.
1128648
There may not be an early warning signs.  As it grows it can produce symptoms such as a lump or thickening in the breast or underarm, change in size or shape of the breast, nipple discharge or nipple turning inward, redness or scaling of the skin or nipple, and ridges or pitting of the breast skin.  If you experience these symptoms, it doesn't necessarily mean you have breast cancer, but you need to be examined by a doctor.
753542
NO,  \nBUT WAIT IT DEPENDS ON THE TYPE OF CANCER !!!
326624
Pleomorphic refers to the shape of the cancer cells.  It means that they have no definitive shape.
613428
SIGNS OF SKIN CANCER\n\nAny growth of mark on the skin that has changed or grown in size may indicate the presence of skin cancer. If you detect any of the following, you should be promptly examined by your physician:\n\nA new growth on the skin that does not disappear in four to six weeks. \nAny growing skin lesion that turns pearly, translucent, brown, black or multicolored. \nA mole, birthmark or beauty mark that increases in size, changes color or texture or becomes irregular in outline. \nAn open sore or wound that refuses to heal, persists for more than four weeks or heals and later reopens. \nAny skin spot or growth that continues to itch, hurt, crust over, form a scab, erode or bleed for several weeks. Many skin growths may look like skin cancer, but not all are malignant. Any suspicious-looking growth should be discussed with a family physician or dermatologist.
306834
For more knowledge on cancer check the link below
772994
The major difference between a malignant tumor and a non-malignant tumor is their appearance and ability to spred. A benign tumor generally does not have the ability YET to spred or metastasize in the body. This does not mean,however, that it doesn't have the ability to grow in one spot and invade organs and tissues beside it. Brain tumors are often benign, but because of their location in a tight spot can become life threatening if they are growing. Benign tumors are easier to treat but do not be lulled into believing that they are in any way 'safe'. Remove or treat them!!\n\nIf you think of a tumor by grades (cell appearance under a microscope) this will help you visualize what is being said. Many tumors may start out as benign and than evolve into a malignancy. You should always be evaluated to make sure and if possible have a benign tumor removed before it changes.\n\n1. Non-malignant or benign tumor - An early or pre-cancerous lump, bump, cyst. appearance is somewhat normal to the bodys cells under a microscope. The tumor is localized and can be surgically removed. Depending on the type of benign tumor, left untreated, it is possible for the tumor to mutate into cancer.\n\n2. Malignant tumor - Under the microscope the cells begin to appear very abnormal. Malignant means the ability to send those abnormal cells throughout the body and establish new tumor growths (metastasis). Malignant tumor cells are classified by a system that measures whether they are a low grade (look somewhat normal, easier to treat) or high grade (very abnormal, more difficult to treat). Malignancy is also measured by stage which just ranks whether the cancer is localized in one spot, or at the highest grades has metastasized.\n\nGrades and stages are for doctors to determine what types of treatment is necessary to help the patient.\n\nGood luck with your daughter. Hope that she is being treated at a pediatric hospital as they are remarkable.
47395
I have seen cancer start with a small pimple like bump on the inside of the cheek.  If concerned seek advise from your doctor or denist.
1071874
google exactly what your looking for..... cancer can happen anywhere in your body and each have their own symptoms
809155
Cancer in all forms.  It claims so many lives everyday.  I am currently watching my Papaw die from this horrible disease.  His has metastasized to his entire body, and watching him waste away and lose weight, have so much pain, and suffer absolutely kills me too.  I have also had many other friends and family members suffer with cancer, including my mother who had breast cancer.  I pray every day that a cure will be found for it.
588339
Cancer Signs and Symptoms\nCancer gives you no symptoms or signs that exclusively indicate the disease. Every complaint for cancer can explain a harmless condition as well. If you have symptoms, however, you should see a doctor for further evaluation. Some common symptoms are as follows: \n\n\n\nPersistent cough or blood-tinged saliva \n\n\nThese symptoms usually represent simple infections such as bronchitis or sinusitis. \n\n\nThey could be symptoms of cancer of your lung, head, and neck. Anyone with a cough that lasts more than a month or with blood in the mucus that is coughed up should see a doctor. \n\n\nA change in bowel habits \n\n\nDoctors sometimes see pencil-thin stools with colon cancer. \n\n\nOccasionally, cancer exhibits continuous diarrhea. \n\n\nSome people with cancer feel as if they need to have a bowel movement and still feel that way after they have had a bowel movement. If any of these abnormal bowel complaints last more than a few days, they require evaluation. \n\n\nBlood in your stool \n\n\nA doctor always should investigate blood in your stool. \n\n\nHemorrhoids frequently cause rectal bleeding, but because hemorrhoids are so common, they may exist with cancer. Therefore, even when you have hemorrhoids, you should have a doctor examine your entire intestinal tract when you have blood in your bowel movements. \n\n\nX-rays may be enough. \n\n\nSometimes, when the source of your bleeding is entirely clear, these studies may not be needed. \n\n\nUnexplained anemia \n\n\nAnemia is a condition in which you have fewer than the expected number of red blood cells in your blood. Anemia should be investigated. \n\n\nThere are many kinds of anemia, but blood loss almost always causes iron deficiency anemia. Unless there is an obvious source of ongoing blood loss, as there is for menstruating women, this anemia needs to be explained. \n\n\nMany cancers can cause anemia, but bowel cancers most commonly cause iron deficiency anemia. Evaluation should include endoscopy or x-ray studies of your upper and lower intestinal tracts. \n\n\nBreast lump or breast discharge \n\n\nMost breast lumps are noncancerous tumors such as fibroadenomas or cysts. But all breast lumps need to be thoroughly investigated. \n\n\nA negative mammogram result is not sufficient to evaluate a breast lump. \n\n\nGenerally, diagnosis requires a needle aspiration or biopsy (a small tissue sample). \n\n\nDischarge from a breast is common. But some forms of discharge may be signs of cancer. If discharge is bloody or from only 1 nipple, further evaluation is recommended. \n\n\nWomen are advised to conduct monthly breast self-examinations. \n\n\nLumps in the testicles \n\n\nMost men (90%) with cancer of the testicle have a painless or uncomfortable lump on a testicle. \n\n\nSome men have an enlarged testicle. \n\n\nOther conditions, such as infections and swollen veins, can also cause changes in your testicles, but you should have any lump evaluated. \n\n\nMen are advised to conduct monthly testicular self-examinations. \n\n\nA change in urination \n\n\nUrinary symptoms can include frequent urination, small amounts of urine, and slow urine flow. \n\n\nThese symptoms can be caused by urinary infections or, in men, by an enlarged prostate gland. \n\n\nMost men will suffer from harmless prostate enlargement as they age, and will often have these urinary symptoms. \n\n\nThese symptoms may signal prostate cancer. \n\n\nMen experiencing urinary symptoms need a bit of investigation, probably including a specific blood test called a PSA and a digital rectal exam. \n\n\nCancer of the bladder and pelvic tumors can also cause irritation of the bladder and urinary frequency. \n\n\nBlood in the urine \n\n\nHematuria or blood in the urine can be caused by urinary infection, kidney stones, or other causes. \n\n\nFor some people, it is a symptom of cancer of the bladder or kidney. \n\n\nAny episode of blood in the urine should be investigated. \n\n\nHoarseness \n\n\nHo