This archive report was first published on 24 October 2019.
Six Common Cancers in Men ¶
According to recent studies, men are more likely to develop certain types of cancer, which can be attributed to various factors such as lifestyle, family history, and exposure to carcinogens.
As of October 24, 2019, it has been established that men are more prone to developing lung cancer, which is one of the leading causes of death in men. This type of cancer occurs in two forms: small cell lung cancer and non-small cell lung cancer.
Smoking is a significant risk factor for developing lung cancer, and second-hand smoking can also increase the risk. Exposure to harmful elements such as radon, uranium, and nickel also puts people at risk of developing lung cancer.
Prostate cancer is another common type of cancer in men, and it is more prevalent in men due to various factors such as race, lifestyle, and family history. Maintaining a healthy weight and exercising regularly can help eliminate some of the risk factors.
Colorectal cancer is also a common type of cancer in men, and it is a combination of rectal cancer and colon cancer. People who have been diagnosed with colorectal cancer experience severe abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, and bloody stool among other symptoms.
Men are also more likely to develop skin cancer, especially those under 40. Experts advise people to use sunscreen to reduce radiation exposure from the sun, but men are still less likely to use sunscreen.
Pancreatic cancer is considered one of the deadliest cancers in men, and the causes can run from poor lifestyle habits to hereditary mutations. Men who expose themselves to habits such as excessive drinking, eating a lot of processed meat, and smoking are at a high risk of developing pancreatic cancer.
Bladder cancer is a type of mutation where cancerous cells affect the lining of the bladder, and men are three or four times more likely to develop cancer of the bladder as compared to women. Some of the symptoms associated with it are discoloured urine, clots in the urine, and painful short calls.
