What is cancer?

Cancer is an abnormal growth of cells that divide rapidly, forming tumors. The disease can affect most organs in the human body, including the bloodstream, and spread to other regions, such as tissues.

Cancer is the disordered and abnormal growth of cells that, dividing rapidly, form tumors in some part of the body and can spread to other regions, invading tissues and organs.

What is cancer?

Cancer is an abnormal growth of cells, which divide rapidly to form tumors. The disease can affect most organs of the human body, including the blood circulation, and spread to other regions, such as tissues.

There are more than 200 types of cancer, which are divided into:

Carcinomas: tumors in epithelial tissues, such as skin or mucous membranes;

Sarcomas: tumors in connective tissues, such as bone, muscle, or cartilage;

Leukemias: tumors in the tissue that produces blood (bone marrow)

Lymphomas: cancer in cells of the immune system;

Central Nervous System Cancer: tumor develops in tissues of the brain and spinal cord.

Types of cancer

There are several types of cancer classified, and while some are more common in the general population, others are more prevalent in certain regions. Learn about the most common types of cancer. Take care!

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Treatments

With advances in technology and scientific research focused on combating cancer, the possibilities and diversity in cancer treatment have been expanding beyond surgeries, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy, increasing the chances of cure and improving the quality of life of patients.

During treatment

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During treatment

Living with cancer

During and after treatment, Oncoclínicas offers various services and treatments aimed at improving the quality of life of patients while facing cancer. There is also support for friends, family, and caregivers. Learn more!

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Cancer prevention campaigns

The Oncoclínicas Group develops a series of important awareness and prevention campaigns against cancer.

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Cancer Does Not Wait

The campaign raises awareness about the risks of postponing care in relation to the disease. Besides paying attention to the signs and symptoms, it is important to keep up to date with clinical exams and screening at all stages of treatment.

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