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Tags: #Cancer #typesofcancer

Types Of Cancer In Human And General risk factors for cancer The types of cancer are categorized into two major groups: carcinomas and sarcomas. There are more than 200 types of cancer that can affect humans. Some cancers develop from a single cell and grow in a restricted area. These are called a carcinomas and include the common forms of breast cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer, and skin cancer. Understanding risk factors for cancer can help your doctor decide whether you are at risk for developing cancer. Use our cancer risk assessment tool to learn more about your estimated lifetime risk of developing various types of cancers.