What is Cancer?

What is a fundamental characteristic of cancer cells?

• They always form benign tumors.

• They strictly adhere to normal body control mechanisms.

• They have lost the ability to follow normal body control.

• They only grow in specific organs.

What term describes cancer cells spreading from their original site to other parts of the body?

• Biopsy

• Metastasis

• Remission

• Hyperplasia

Why might two people with the same kind of cancer receive different treatments

• One person will always choose surgery while the other chooses radiation

• Each person’s cancer can have different genetic or cellular characteristics

• Age is the only factor that changes treatment decisions

• Insurance type determines the exact therapy used

Which of the following are considered primary methods for treating cancer?

• Acupuncture, nutrition, and chiropractic

• Surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy

• Immunotherapy, naturopathic medicine, and surgery

• Radiation, meditation, and chemotherapy

How does genomic profiling of a tumor contribute to modern cancer treatment?

• It helps determine the patient's emotional state.

• It allows for generalized treatment plans for all cancer types.

• It identifies genetic abnormalities to tailor treatment and reduce side effects.

• It replaces the need for any other diagnostic tests.

What is the purpose of integrative oncology programs described in the video?

• To replace conventional treatments completely with alternative therapies

• To focus only on the emotional aspects of cancer, ignoring physical treatment

• 1. To standardize one treatment plan for all cancer types

• To combine conventional cancer treatments with supportive therapies (e.g., nutrition, acupuncture) to help the patient tolerate treatment and stay strong