When can a tumor be non-cellular or non-neoplastic? And how can some neoplasms be cell free?

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So basically, I've got a bio midterm tomorrow, and so in the process of studying, I realized I completely don't get that! Even my bio friends are like, what....? So if ANYONE can help us out here, that would be fantastic! Thanks!
The word tumor is defined (in Answers.com) as "An abnormal growth of tissue resulting from uncontrolled, progressive multiplication of cells and serving no physiological function; a neoplasm." So your teacher is playing with semantics here.

The only way a "mass" could be non-cellular would be if it were cystic - - a contained area of fluid. We see this with some ovarian tumors which may be benign or malignant. The benign ones are ovarian serous cystadenomas or mucinous cystadenomas which can be quite large tumor masses. These do contain cells however in the membranous sacs surrounding the fluid
http://www.mypacs.net/cases/MUCINOUS-CYSTADENOMA-OVARY-857115.html  (+ info)

what is a anucleated squamous cell?

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I had a cervical biopsy done, and this came back as the diagonsis for one of my samples. It also stated, "consists of brownish mucoid material." what does that mean?
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Is cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma a common malignant tumour?

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Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin is common. Basal cell carcinoma is the most common skin cancer.
Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the second most common form of skin cancer, with over 200,000 new cases per year estimated in the United States. Most SCCs are not serious. When identified early and treated promptly, the future is bright. However, if overlooked, they are harder to treat and can cause disfigurement. While 96 to 97 percent of SCCs are localized, the small percentage of remaining cases can spread to other parts of the body, and the results can be fatal.
Good luck.  (+ info)

what does Squamous cell carcinoma lung cancer affect?

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Who does it affect?
It affects people of all kinds.
usually smokers, or people who have worked in constuction or woodworking. i really dont know why. i just know thats what they told my dad; and its kind of weird casue he had never did construction or woodworking.  (+ info)

Skin Cancer - Squamous cell - How do you treat it?

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My husband had a thorn prick his ear and in about a week a small bump grew where thorn had been. He went to derm who took half of it off. The derm is waiting for some more lab results but confirmed with first it was squamous cell cancer. It hurts, but he is treating it with oreganol which does help. Any others with similar problem--how did you treat it best? Some say have it removed surgically. I think yes, but if it can be avoided and skin can heal on its own is best. I looked into ad -online of Perrins products which sound good. Anyone who tried that?
Cordelia,
Check out the information on www.cancervictors.net! It is a helpful resource of information in regards to all forms of cancer and feature survivor stories, a great forum and its free anyways! Let me knwo what you think!
On a personal note I hear B17 is a great cancer fighting supplement. I take a 500mg capsule and 10 Apricot seeds a day for prevention adn have heard of people taking more who have cancer. there is a lot of research out there supporting the information- so dont take my word for it. It is important we are well informed! also, Black Salve is a great cancer fighter as well.
Kristi

KRisti  (+ info)

my mom has squamous cell cancer what is the effects?

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Is it as bad as melanoma?
http://www.bad.org.uk/public/leaflets/squamous.asp

Basal cell is the "best" one to have and squamous cell is the "middle" one,whereas melanoma is the "worst" one.
Squamous cell,if removed properly shouldn't regrow.  (+ info)

Does invasive moderately differentiated squamous cell carcinoma of esophagus lead to death?

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Elizabeth - Not necessarily so. If no treatment is given, the answer would be yes, but if the cancer has only local invasion, not involving any distant body locations, cure is possible. Surgery to remove the cancer can be used alone or in combination with other treatments. Operations used to treat esophageal cancer include surgery to remove very small tumors. If the cancer is very small, confined to the superficial layers of your esophagus and hasn't spread, the surgeon may recommend removing the cancer and margin of healthy tissue that surrounds it. Surgery for very early-stage cancers can be done using an endoscope passed down the throat and into the esophagus to access the cancer. Chemotherapy drugs are typically used before or after surgery in people with esophageal cancer. Chemotherapy can also be combined with radiation therapy. In people with advanced cancer that has spread beyond the esophagus, chemotherapy may be used alone to help relieve signs and symptoms caused by the cancer.
Radiation therapy is most often combined with chemotherapy in people with esophageal cancer. It can be used before or after surgery. Clinical trials are research studies testing the newest cancer treatments and new ways of using existing cancer treatments.  (+ info)

What is considered "Early detection" with Squamous Cell Carcinoma (skin cancer)?

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I keep seeing that the prognosis for SCC is fairly high if found early... what to doctors consider to be an early found cancer sight? In a range of time please. Is it past 6 months or below?
Whether or not cancer is found early is not determined by time, but by stage of disease. SCC of the skin is common and usually slow growing.  (+ info)

moderately differentiated squamous cell carcinoma?

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Hi ,
My dad has been diagonised with moderately differentiated squamous cell carcinoma of mouth.He is 63 years old and a diabetic. He seems to be healthy and normal. Is there a cure for this without surgery. Have any of ur near and dear ones have fought this disease??
Please help.
Thanks in advance,
Surekha.
There is no cure without surgery.  (+ info)

Squamous cell carcinoma on the nose?

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A spot on my nose was just diagnosed as squamous cell carcinoma and I've been referred to a physician who does Mohs. Has anyone out there had the Mohs procedure? Please share if you have had good results with a nice looking outcome. Also interested in hearing recommendations should it require plastic surgery afterwards. No horror stories please!
I had a squamous cell removed off of my cheek, and have a 1/2 inch scar that dips in just slightly. A friend of mine had one right on the bridge of her nose, she had the Mohs procedure at U.C.L.A. medical center, they also started her reconstruction at the same time, they took a graph of skin off right under her collar bone and made the graph for her nose, latter she had a filler injected there, every few years she has to have the filler pumped back up a little when it starts to sink a little, but she hardly has a scar, and looks great. Good Luck, and God bless you through this hard time!  (+ info)

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