Which of the following is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in women?
A) Ovarian cancer
B) Endometrial cancer
C) Breast cancer
D) Lung cancer

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Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in women. According to the American Cancer Society, 1 in 8 women has a lifetime risk of developing breast cancer and a 1 in 28 risk of dying from the disease. Ovarian cancer causes more deaths than any other cancer of the female reproductive system, but it accounts for only about 3% of all cancers in women. Since most of these tumors develop after menopause, vaginal bleeding is unusual, and the woman is more likely to seek medical attention. Because of this, early diagnosis and treatment lead to a survival rate of almost 90%.

Which of the Following Is the Second Leading Cause of Cancer