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What are the different types of cancer and how are they diagnosed?
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The most common types of cancers are breast, lung, prostate, colorectal, skin, and cervical. Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in women and it is usually diagnosed by mammography. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in both men and women. Prostate cancer is the second most common form of cancer among men. Colorectal cancer is the third most common form of cancer in both men and women. Skin cancer can be caused by ultraviolet radiation from the sun or tanning beds. Cervical cancer is caused by certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV).