Oncare Cancer Hospital

To test for the presence of cancer in suspected cancer patients, there is a combination of cancer treatments used. This would include performing tests such as imaging tests, blood and lab tests, and biopsies. Imaging tests including CT scans, MRIs and PET CT scans would allow doctors to confirm and identify any potential tumors.

No, cancer is not a contagious disease. Cancer is a complex disease, However it can’t be transmitted from one person to another through any casual contact, including sharing food or even sexual contacts. Cancer develops due to genetic mutations and other factors within an individual’s own cells, not through infectious factors. While cancer itself is not considered a contagious disease, certain viruses and bacterias can often increase the risk of developing cancers including HPV virus, Hepatitis B virus can cause cancer risk in people.

Undergoing various cancer treatments can bring out various changes in the patient's body; these may include physical issues such as fatigue, nausea, hair loss, and changes in appetite. Additionally, these may include changes in the skin and nails, mouth sores, bowel changes, neuropathy, and much more.

No, not having a history of cancer in a patient's family won’t guarantee that does not mean you are risk-free from cancer. While family history can increase the risk of developing cancer. In most cases, cancer often develops due to a combination of multiple factors, including genetics, lifestyle, and environmental exposures, and some people develop cancers without a family history.

No, performing biopsy would cause the spread of cancer in the body. Today, biopsies are considered safe and precise because of the advancements in healthcare especially in cancer care and its treatments.