Anil Kumar Sharma Anil Kumar Sharma Asked 4 months ago

How do u get cancer?

My uncle recently got diagnosed with cancer, and it's made me really worried. I've always heard different things about what causes it. Can someone explain how someone gets cancer?

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Sarla Devi Sarla Devi Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago
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Beta, cancer happens when some cells in the body start growing too fast and do not stop. It can happen due to bad habits like tobacco, or sometimes just bad luck and genetics. God give you strength, please live a clean life and eat simple home food.

Sanjay Dutt Sanjay Dutt Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Cancer is caused by genetic mutations that make cells grow uncontrollably, often triggered by smoking, chemicals, or chronic infections. When we ignored my father's minor throat irritation, it had already reached stage three. Please, if you see any unusual lump, unexplained weight loss, or persistent pain, see a specialist immediately.

Nikhil Deshmukh Nikhil Deshmukh Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

The cellular changes that cause cancer can be triggered by carcinogens, radiation, genetics, or lifestyle factors. Because early detection is the only true way to save a life, any unusual symptom like a non-healing ulcer or sudden bleeding should never be self-treated. Get it properly screened at an oncology center.

Meera Shah Meera Shah Joined May 2026 4 months ago

It basically happens when genetic codes in cells get damaged and they multiply without any control. When my son was diagnosed, we learned that pediatric cancers are often purely genetic and have nothing to do with lifestyle. Just stay strong, focus on the chemotherapy schedule, and give them immense love.

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Kavita Nair Kavita Nair Joined May 2026 4 months ago

I totally get it, even just thinking about how cancer develops can bring up so much fear and anxiety. It is a complex disease where abnormal cells take over healthy tissue, triggered by various factors. Please know that modern treatments are highly advanced now, so try to keep a peaceful mind.

Abhishek Sen Abhishek Sen Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

It is basically when your cells decide to go rogue and copy themselves infinitely, which sounds like a horror movie. Honestly, with all the pesticides in our food and pollution in our air, it feels hard to avoid anything. I just try to eat less junk and sleep when I can.

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