Once cancer has been found, more tests will be done to find out if the cancer has spread to other parts of the body. This is called staging. The doctor may order various tests and exams to find out whether the cancer has spread and, if so, what parts of the body are affected. In some cases, lymph nodes near the tumor are removed and checked for cancer cells. If cancer cells are found in the lymph nodes, it may mean the cancer has spread to other organs.
Cancer is treated with surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, hormone therapy or immunotherapy.
The doctors may decide to use one treatment method or a combination of methods. The choice of treatment depends on the type and location of the cancer, the stage of the disease, the patient's age and general health, and other factors. Many people with cancer want to learn all they can about their disease and their treatment choices so they can take an active part in decisions about their care. The approach to the therapy of cancer depends on the type of cancer and its extent. Surgery - Surgery is local treatment to remove the tumor.