Did you know? Renal cell carcinoma is the most common type of kidney cancer, but when detected early, treatment is more manageable since the tumors are small and confined to the kidney. This plush serves as a gentle reminder to be aware of your health and get regular checkups. You can even “cure” this cancer plush by flipping it inside out!
Support Awareness:
By purchasing the Kidney Cancer plush, you help promote awareness about early detection and treatment options. This unique plush is an educational tool that brings attention to the importance of health and cancer awareness.
Perfect Gift for All Ages:
This plush makes an ideal gift for kidney cancer patients, survivors, healthcare professionals, or anyone with an interest in cancer education. It provides a touch of humor and compassion while being an excellent conversation starter.
Features:
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High-Quality Materials: Made from soft, new plush materials with polyester fiber fill, this plush is surface washable (sponge with water and soap, air dry) for easy care.
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Educational Card Included: Each plush comes with a printed card filled with interesting facts about kidney cancer, including symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options, making it an educational keepsake.
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For Ages 3 and Up: Designed with safety in mind, it meets or exceeds U.S. and European safety standards.
Actual Size:
Like other GIANTmicrobes plushes, the Kidney Cancer plush is approximately 1,000,000 times larger than the real cancer cell it represents!
All About Kidney Cancer (Malignant Neoplasm):
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Facts: Kidney cancer, like all cancers, arises when genetic damage causes normal cells to grow uncontrollably and invade surrounding tissues, potentially spreading to other organs. Renal cell carcinoma, the most prevalent form, is more treatable when detected early, as the tumors are smaller and localized. Risk factors include a poor diet, smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, and lack of exercise, along with specific risks such as prior kidney complications, dialysis, hypertension, or exposure to certain workplace chemicals.
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Symptoms: Often, kidney cancer presents no symptoms in its early stages. As the disease progresses, possible signs include blood in the urine, back pain, fatigue, intermittent fevers, appetite loss, and unexplained weight loss. Early detection is key to improving treatment outcomes.
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Treatment and Advances: Although the main approaches to treatment – surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation – remain the same, advances in imaging, diagnosis, and immunotherapy have significantly enhanced recovery rates. With these breakthroughs, patients now have a much better chance of survival than in the past.
Where It Lives:
Kidney cancer develops when genetic mutations cause abnormal cell growth in the kidney, leading to tumor formation. It shares common risk factors with other cancers but is also linked to specific conditions such as hypertension and long-term dialysis.
Product Details:
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Materials: Crafted from new, soft plush materials and filled with polyester, this plush is both adorable and durable. It can be surface-washed for easy cleaning.
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Packaging: Includes a printed educational card with fun and informative facts about Kidney Cancer, providing a learning experience that’s also fun.
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Safety: Meets safety standards in both the U.S. and Europe, ensuring it is suitable for children ages 3 and older.
Sizes Available:
GIANTmicrobes plushes are much larger than actual cells, magnified 1,000,000 times!
- Gigantic (GG): 16-24"
- XL (XL): 10-15"
- Original (PD): 5-8"
- Keychain (KC): 2-4" with clip
Raise Awareness:
Get your Kidney Cancer plush today to support awareness and start conversations about early detection and prevention.