Cancer - What is it?

What is cancer?

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Cancer makes you feel ill.

You can get cancer in any part of your body. 

You can get cancer at any age.

You may have a lump.

You may bleed when you’re not meant to.

You may go to the toilet more often.

Tell someone you trust.

You will have had some tests.

There are lots of treatments.

Your doctor will tell you what the best treatment is for you.

You can say no to treatment.

This leaflet is the first of a 3-part series:
1. What is cancer?
2. Radiotherapy scan at Velindre hospital
3. Radiotherapy at Velindre hospital