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4. Carcinoma

Carcinoma is a more general category that includes the previous item on the list. Carcinomas form from cells in the epithelium. The more broad type of carcinoma can cause malignant tumors in the prostate, stomach, pancreas, lungs, liver, breasts, or colon. They are the most common type of tumor and often develop in older adults, although younger men and women can also develop them.

carcinoma Malignant tumors

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