PATHOLOGY MCQ
CELL DAMAGE
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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growing older
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genetic inheritance
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exposure to carcinogens (toxins that can damage DNA)
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all of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -The most common risk factors for cancer include aging, tobacco, sun exposure, radiation exposure, chemicals, and other substances, some viruses and bacteria, certain hormones, family history of cancer, alcohol, poor diet, lack of physical activity, or being overweight.
Detailed explanation-2: -Advancing age is the most important risk factor for cancer overall and for many individual cancer types.
Detailed explanation-3: -Tobacco smoking, or exposure to second-hand tobacco smoke. Significant alcohol consumption (more than a glass a day for women or more than two glasses a day for men) Lack of physical activity. Obesity.
Detailed explanation-4: -Aging. A personal or family history of cancer. Using tobacco. Carrying too much weight, known as being overweight or obese. Alcohol use. Some types of viral infections, such as human papillomavirus (HPV) and the hepatitis virus. Exposure to specific chemicals. More items
Detailed explanation-5: -Cigarette Smoking and Secondhand Smoke Exposure. Exposure to Sun and Tanning Beds. Overweight and Obesity. Excessive Alcohol Use. Infectious Disease. 07-Jun-2022