What questions should you ask when diagnosed with cancer?

 Am I at a higher risk of developing cancer?

The risk factors for cancer vary for every type of cancer. However, there are some common factors which may put you at higher risk.

• Tobacco & alcohol abuse: Tobacco or alcohol consumption put you at a higher risk of developing cancer. It is always best to quit smoking or tobacco use and limit alcohol consumption.
• Age: Age is also a great factor for developing different types of cancers. The risk increases with the age and a person in their forties or older should consider taking annual cancer screening tests.
• Weight: Obesity increases the risk of developing certain types of cancers. Losing even 10% of the body weight can reduce your risk of developing cancer.
• Family history of cancer: It has been said many times that cancer can be passed through genes. If you have a family history of cancer it doesn’t mean you will surely develop cancer one day but yes you are at a higher risk.

Which cancer screenings test should I take?

One can go for new revolutionary universal cancer detection test like PanTum Detect test which detects over 50 types of solid-state tumours. People prone to certain types of cancers can go for specific tests, for eg. A middle-aged woman with a history of breast cancer in the family should go for a mammogram.

How often do I need to take the cancer screening test?

A Universal cancer detection test like PanTum Detect is an annual cancer screening test, people with certain risk factors should take it every year as a positive result after a negative one only indicates the presence of a tumour which is in its initial stage, this early detection of a tumour gives a patient maximum chances of successful treatment.

Should genetic testing for cancer be available for everyone?

Cancer can happen to anyone regardless of family history. Anyone can develop cancer in their lifetime and the best way to stay protected is regular health screenings for early detection.

Do cancer screenings hurt?

Some cancer screening tests make use of radiation. However, a universal test like PanTum Detect is a simple blood test which is fast, convenient and affordable.

What happens if you have cancer?

It does sound scary, but early detection of cancer only maximises the chances of successful treatment. When a universal cancer detection like PanTum indicates a positive result, one may have to go for other specific cancer screening tests for an accurate diagnosis before starting treatment.