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Santé et Maladie - Cancer

Ici, vous apprendrez quelques mots anglais liés au cancer tels que "leucémie", "tumeur" et "bénin".

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carcinogen

a substance or agent that has the potential to cause cancer in living tissues

cancérigène, carcinogène

cancérigène, carcinogène

Ex: Exposure to asbestos is linked to lung cancer due to its carcinogenic properties. 

L'exposition à l'amiante est liée au cancer du poumon en raison de ses propriétés cancérigènes.

cancerous
cancerous
[Adjectif]

related to or characterized by the presence of cancer, a disease caused by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells

cancéreux

cancéreux

Ex: Chemotherapy is often used to treat cancerous cells and shrink tumors. 

La chimiothérapie est souvent utilisée pour traiter les cellules cancéreuses et réduire les tumeurs.

carcinogenic
carcinogenic
[Adjectif]

having the potential to cause or promote the development of cancer

cancérigène,  carcinogène

cancérigène, carcinogène

Ex: Certain chemicals in tobacco smoke are considered highly carcinogenic and contribute to various cancers. 

Certaines substances chimiques dans la fumée de tabac sont considérées comme hautement cancérigènes et contribuent à divers cancers.

carcinoma

a type of cancer that originates in epithelial tissues, such as the skin or the lining of internal organs

carcinome, cancer épithélial

carcinome, cancer épithélial

Ex: Lung carcinoma, often associated with smoking, is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths. 

Le carcinome pulmonaire, souvent associé au tabagisme, est une cause majeure de décès liés au cancer.

Hodgkin's disease

a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system, characterized by the presence of specific abnormal cells called Reed-Sternberg cells

la maladie de Hodgkin, le lymphome hodgkinien

la maladie de Hodgkin, le lymphome hodgkinien

leukemia

a potentially fatal disease characterized by a rise in the number of white blood cells in one's body

leucémie

leucémie

lymphoma

a type of cancer that originates in the lymphatic system, which is a part of the body's immune system, and can manifest in lymph nodes, spleen, bone marrow, and other lymphoid tissues

lymphome, cancer du système lymphatique

lymphome, cancer du système lymphatique

Ex: Your immune system, which helps protect you from sickness, is connected to the lymphatic system. 

Votre système immunitaire, qui vous aide à vous protéger contre les maladies, est connecté au système lymphatique.

sarcoma
sarcoma
[nom]

a type of cancer that develops in the connective tissues of the body, including muscles, bones, tendons, and cartilage

sarcome, cancer des tissus conjonctifs

sarcome, cancer des tissus conjonctifs

Ex: Recognizing the signs of sarcoma early is important for effective treatment. 

Reconnaître les signes du sarcome tôt est important pour un traitement efficace.

tumor
tumor
[nom]

an abnormal mass of cells or tissue that develops in the body and may be benign or malignant

tumeur

tumeur

Ex: Doctors determined that the tumor was benign. 
endometrial cancer

a type of cancer that begins in the lining of the uterus, often characterized by abnormal vaginal bleeding

cancer de l'endomètre, cancer endométrial

cancer de l'endomètre, cancer endométrial

Ex: Abnormal bleeding, especially after menopause, is a common sign of endometrial cancer. 

Des saignements anormaux, surtout après la ménopause, sont un signe courant de cancer de l'endomètre.

breast cancer

a type of cancer that originates in the cells of the breast, often forming a lump or mass

cancer du sein, tumeur mammaire maligne

cancer du sein, tumeur mammaire maligne

Ex: Changes in breast size or texture can be signs of breast cancer. 

Les changements dans la taille ou la texture du sein peuvent être des signes de cancer du sein.

liver cancer

a type of cancer that begins in the cells of the liver, often associated with underlying liver diseases

cancer du foie, carcinome hépatique

cancer du foie, carcinome hépatique

Ex: Chronic hepatitis B or C infection can increase the risk of developing liver cancer. 

Une infection chronique par l'hépatite B ou C peut augmenter le risque de développer un cancer du foie.

lung cancer

a type of cancer that originates in the lungs, typically linked to smoking but can also occur in non-smokers

cancer du poumon, carcinome pulmonaire

cancer du poumon, carcinome pulmonaire

Ex: Smoking is a major risk factor for developing lung cancer. 

Fumer est un facteur de risque majeur pour développer un cancer du poumon.

pancreatic cancer

a type of cancer that begins in the pancreas, an organ located behind the stomach, often diagnosed at an advanced stage

cancer du pancréas, tumeur pancréatique

cancer du pancréas, tumeur pancréatique

Ex: Symptoms of pancreatic cancer may include abdominal pain, weight loss, and jaundice. 

Les symptômes du cancer du pancréas peuvent inclure des douleurs abdominales, une perte de poids et une jaunisse.

prostate cancer

abnormal growth of cells in a small organ of males called prostate that is close to their bladder and releases a liquid that contains sperm

cancer de la prostate, carcinome prostatique

cancer de la prostate, carcinome prostatique

skin cancer

a type of cancer that develops in the skin cells, often caused by exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun or tanning beds

cancer de la peau, mélanome

cancer de la peau, mélanome

Ex: Regular use of sunscreen helps reduce the risk of developing skin cancer. 

L'utilisation régulière d'écran solaire aide à réduire le risque de développer un cancer de la peau.

squamous cell carcinoma

a common type of skin cancer that originates in the squamous cells, which are flat cells found on the surface of the skin

carcinome épidermoïde, carcinome spinocellulaire

carcinome épidermoïde, carcinome spinocellulaire

Ex: Prolonged sun exposure is a major risk factor for the development of squamous cell carcinoma. 

Une exposition prolongée au soleil est un facteur de risque majeur pour le développement du carcinome épidermoïde.

basal cell carcinoma

a common type of skin cancer that usually grows slowly and typically occurs in sun-exposed areas of the skin

carcinome basocellulaire, épithélioma basocellulaire

carcinome basocellulaire, épithélioma basocellulaire

testicular cancer

a type of cancer that develops in the testicles, the male reproductive organs responsible for producing sperm and hormones

cancer des testicules

cancer des testicules

Ex: Young men, particularly those between 15 and 35, are at a higher risk of developing testicular cancer. 

Les jeunes hommes, en particulier ceux âgés de 15 à 35 ans, courent un risque plus élevé de développer un cancer des testicules.

bladder cancer

a type of cancer that originates in the cells of the bladder, which is a hollow organ in the lower abdomen that stores urine

cancer de la vessie, tumeur de la vessie

cancer de la vessie, tumeur de la vessie

kidney cancer

a type of cancer that starts in the kidneys, which are organs that filter waste from the blood and produce urine

cancer du rein, néphrocarcinome

cancer du rein, néphrocarcinome

thyroid cancer

a type of cancer that forms in the cells of the thyroid gland, which is located in the front of the neck and produces hormones that regulate metabolism

cancer de la thyroïde, carcinome thyroïdien

cancer de la thyroïde, carcinome thyroïdien

scirrhous carcinoma

a type of cancer characterized by hard, dense, and fibrous tissue formation

carcinome scirrheux, cancer scirrheux

carcinome scirrheux, cancer scirrheux

soft tissue sarcoma

a type of cancer that forms in the soft tissues of the body, such as muscles, tendons, and fat

sarcome des tissus mous, sarcome des parties molles

sarcome des tissus mous, sarcome des parties molles

gynecologic cancer

a type of cancer that originates in the female reproductive system, including the ovaries, uterus, cervix, vagina, and vulva

cancer gynécologique

cancer gynécologique

benign
benign
[Adjectif]

(of a tumor) not leading to cancer or spreading to other parts of the body

bénin, non cancéreux

bénin, non cancéreux

Ex: A benign tumor may grow slowly but usually stays in one place. 

Une tumeur bénigne peut croître lentement mais reste généralement à un seul endroit.

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