Oncology (Cancer)
Related oncological conditions
Oncological conditions (cancers) occur when cells grow uncontrollably, spread and disrupt normal organ function. They come in the form of growths or abnormal blood cells.
Types of cancer include:
- Bladder cancer
- Blood cancer (leukemia)
- Blood cancer (lymphoma)
- Breast cancer
- Cervical cancer
- Colorectal cancer
- Kidney cancer
- Larynx (voice box) cancer
- Liver cancer
- Lung cancer
- Nasopharynx (nose) cancer
- Ovarian cancer
- Pancreatic cancer
- Prostate cancer
- Soft tissue sarcoma
- Stomach cancer
- Thyroid cancer
*This is not a complete list of all the diagnostic procedures and treatments we provide. The information is designed for educational reference only and should not be seen as medical advice.
Please consult one of our qualified healthcare specialists for an accurate diagnosis before starting any treatment.
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