It refers to formation of cancer in the breast of men. But it is very rare cancer. It is similar to female breast cancer that cancerous cells develop un the breast of male. CAUSES:- the exact cause is unknown. But risk factors and causes are as follows:- The risk increase in men over the age of 60. Genetic factors are…

It is a type of squamous cell carcinoma in which cancer cells are found in the lymph nodes of neck. But primary source of cancer is unidentified. NECK CANCER CAUSES: – the exact cause is unknown. SYMPTOMS: – symptoms depend on the location of lymph node involvement. INVESTIGATIONS:- It is important to identify the primary location of tumor. So, that…

melanocytes are the cells that are present in skin. Melanoma is a type of skin cancer when forms in the melanocytes cells. Melanocytes are responsible for producing the pigment melanin which gives color to the skin, hairs and eyes. Growing abnormally and multiply of these cells cause and form a malignant tumor. It is very much harmful and dangerous form…

It is a rare type of skin cancer. The cells of skin which are responsible for the sensation of touch are called merkel cells. Any abnormal growth in the merkel cells lead to the cancer. Merkel cells carcinoma mainly present in the area of body that is exposed to the sun, including head, neck and arms. But it can also…

Mesothelioma is a rare type of cancer which firstly affects the lining of lungs. But it can also occur in the lining of the abdomen, heart, liver and other organs. TYPES: – there are many types of mesothelioma:–  Pleural mesothelioma: – it is the most common form of mesothelioma that occurs in 75% of cases. It develops in the lining…

Metastatic cancer is also called 4th stage cancer. The cancer that spreads from its original site to other parts of the body is called metastatic cancer. It is an advanced stage of cancer. The cancer begins when abnormal cells start to grow and divide uncontrollably. Some cancerous cells break away from the original site of tumor and travel through the…

MIDLINE TRACT CARCINOMA WITH NUT GENE CHANGES is also known as nut carcinoma. This rare and aggressive type of cancer primarily affects the midline structure of the body. The nut gene (nuclear protein in testis) is situated on chromosome 15q14. The NUT gene plays as important role in normal development and cell differentiation. Midline tract carcinoma can arise in many…

Mouth cancer is also called as oral cancer. Mouth cancer is abnormal growth of cells in the oral cavity or mouth. It comes under head and neck cancer. It affects many parts of mouth such as tongue, lips, gums, lining of cheeks, floor of mouth and roof of the mouth. MOUTH CANCER CAUSES: – there are many causes and risk…

INTRODUCTION: – multiple endocrine neoplasia (MEN):- it is a group of inherited disorder which mainly affects the endocrine system. Endocrine system regulates many hormones in the body. TYPES AND CAUSES OF MULTIPLE ENDOCRINE NEOPLASIA SYNDROMES: – there are many types of MEN that cause this syndromes:- MEN Type 1:- it is due to mutation in MEN1 gene. Parathyroid glands, pancreas…

This rare type of cancer mainly affects the skin. It originates from cutaneous T lymphoma (CTCLs) which are the cancer that belongs to T cells which is a type of WBCs. In short, mycosis fungoid is characterized by the abnormal growth and accumulation of t-cells in the skin that leading to formation of various skin lesions. It is a type…