{"id":30561,"date":"2025-02-26T11:24:58","date_gmt":"2025-02-26T10:24:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/?page_id=30561"},"modified":"2026-05-29T12:26:01","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T11:26:01","slug":"diagnosis","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/diagnosis\/","title":{"rendered":"1. Diagnosis"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-style-section-5 has-contrast-color has-base-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-56c0d70deda34b5b2f2997050318761b has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained is-style-section-5--2\" id=\"menu\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-ca2dd60b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-custom-her-st-r-du-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0bb543a495156c4f71089eaa469dd582\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diagnosis_scroll_down\"><\/span><a href=\"#diagnose\">Diagnosis (scroll down)<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/alternative-cancer-treatments-overview\/\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/alternative-cancer-treatments-overview\/\"><\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-custom-interne-links-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a5e3ea840111237c0e58e6dd179a280c has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list has-custom-color-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-df440fc731d71e45af5a931ad5fbf276\">\n<li class=\"has-custom-int-link-p-sort-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a3d1a747170be23a5e5e1f290b015e8d\"><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/symptoms-of-cancer\/\">Symptoms<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"847\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bdiagnose-er-kraeft.jpg\" alt=\"Diagnosis symbolised by an image of a stethoscope held by a healthcare professional in a lab coat.\" class=\"wp-image-4019\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover;width:550px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bdiagnose-er-kraeft.jpg 847w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bdiagnose-er-kraeft-600x708.jpg 600w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bdiagnose-er-kraeft-254x300.jpg 254w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bdiagnose-er-kraeft-768x907.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 847px) 100vw, 847px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-style-default has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b040ace0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained has-background\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);background-image:url(&apos;https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bdiagnose-er-kraeft.jpg&apos;);background-size:cover;\">\n<div class=\"gb-element-906497af\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\" id=\"diagnose\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diagnosis_%E2%80%93_cancer\"><\/span>Diagnosis \u2013 cancer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-custom-sort-tekst-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary of cancer diagnosis<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The path to diagnosis:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A cancer diagnosis often begins with experiencing vague symptoms, such as fatigue, or more specific ones such as a lump. <br>It is crucial to contact a doctor if symptoms persist or are unexplained, as early detection improves the prognosis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Diagnostic tools:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To make an accurate diagnosis, doctors use a range of tools. The process starts with a consultation and a physical examination. Imaging such as CT and MRI scans can then show a tumour\u2019s location and size. However, the final diagnosis requires a tissue sample (biopsy).   <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The result and the next steps:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Receiving a cancer diagnosis is a life-changing event. It is therefore a good idea to bring a support person to the conversation and, if appropriate, record it so you can remember the information later. <br>The diagnosis is followed by staging, which describes the extent of the disease and forms the basis for planning further treatment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span>Introduction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose9.webp\" alt=\"Diagnosis symbolised by an illustration of a man in a doctor\u2019s coat with a phone, stethoscope, X-ray image and sheets of paper around him. Pink and turquoise background. \" class=\"wp-image-16907\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose9.webp 1170w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose9-600x656.webp 600w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose9-274x300.webp 274w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose9-936x1024.webp 936w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose9-768x840.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> Being diagnosed with cancer is a complex and often overwhelming experience. The diagnosis itself is the foundation for initiating the right treatment and providing the best possible prognosis. This overview aims to shed light on the different aspects of cancer diagnostics, from the first symptoms to the advanced methods used to make an accurate diagnosis.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See also <a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/responsibility-and-loss-of-control\/\">Responsibility and loss of control<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_first_signs\"><\/span>The first signs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose12.webp\" alt=\"Diagnosis symbolised by a round light-blue circle with an illustration of three test tubes.\" class=\"wp-image-16905\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose12.webp 1280w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose12-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose12-100x100.webp 100w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose12-600x600.webp 600w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose12-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose12-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose12-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The body\u2019s signals can be the first indications that something is wrong. It is important to respond to these signals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Non-specific symptoms <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the early stages, many cancers cause symptoms that can be mistaken for other conditions. These may include persistent fatigue, unintentional weight loss, fever or night sweats. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specific symptoms <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Other cancers can cause more characteristic symptoms. Examples include a lump in the breast (breast cancer), coughing up blood (lung cancer), changes in bowel habits or blood in the stool (bowel cancer) or urine (bladder or kidney cancer), or a mole that changes shape and colour (melanoma). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Listen to your body <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It is crucial to pay attention to your body and see a doctor if you experience symptoms that are persistent, recurring or unexplained.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_diagnostic_process\"><\/span>The diagnostic process <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"896\" height=\"896\" src=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose10.jpg\" alt=\"Diagnosis symbolised by an illustration of a person in a green gown and green cap holding up an X-ray image with an illustration of the skeleton. White background.\" class=\"wp-image-16906\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose10.jpg 896w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose10-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose10-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose10-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose10-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose10-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 896px) 100vw, 896px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When cancer is suspected, a series of tests is initiated to rule out or confirm the suspicion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Consultation and initial examination <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The process begins with a thorough discussion with the doctor about medical history, symptoms and any risk factors. This is called an anamnesis (medical history). This is followed by a physical examination, during which the doctor checks for swollen lymph nodes, enlarged organs or palpable lumps.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Imaging <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Imaging is used to create pictures of the inside of the body to locate and assess a possible tumour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/roentgen\/\">X-ray<\/a>:<\/strong> Often used to examine bones and lungs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/ct-scanning\/\">CT scan<\/a>:<\/strong> Provides detailed cross-sectional images of the body and is effective for detecting tumours, assessing their size and seeing whether they have spread.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/mr-helkrop\/\">MRI scan<\/a>:<\/strong> Uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create highly detailed images, especially of soft tissue such as the brain, muscles and organs. It is useful for assessing a tumour\u2019s precise extent. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/pet-scanning\/\">PET scan<\/a>:<\/strong> A scan that examines cells\u2019 metabolism. Cancer cells usually have a higher metabolism than normal cells and will light up on the scan. Often used in combination with a CT scan (PET\/CT) to pinpoint active cancer cells precisely.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/ultralydsscanning\/\">Ultrasound scan<\/a>:<\/strong> Uses sound waves to create images of organs and soft tissue. Often used to examine organs in the abdomen and to guide the collection of tissue samples. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/termografi\/\">Thermography<\/a>: A method that is not yet common in Denmark but can be performed privately. It measures and visualises heat radiation from the body\u2019s surface. The idea is that areas with inflammation and increased blood flow, which may be associated with cancer growth, appear warmer than surrounding tissue.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tissue sample (biopsy) <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The only method that can determine with certainty whether a lump is malignant is a microscopic examination of tissue from the suspected area. This is called a biopsy and is a standard part of cancer diagnostics. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/biopsi-kraeft\/\">Fine-needle biopsy<\/a>: A thin needle is used to aspirate cells and tissue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/biopsi-kraeft\/\">Core needle biopsy<\/a>: A slightly thicker needle is used to remove a small cylinder of tissue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Surgical biopsy:<\/strong> The entire tumour (excisional biopsy) or part of it (incisional biopsy) is removed during an operation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other tests<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/haematologiske-undersoegelser\/\">Blood tests<\/a>: Can reveal so-called tumour markers, which are substances that may be elevated in certain cancers. Blood tests also provide a general picture of the body\u2019s condition. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/bronkoskopi\/\">Endoscopic examinations (endoscopy)<\/a>: Used to examine the body\u2019s hollow organs, e.g. the colon (colonoscopy) or the lungs (bronchoscopy), and tissue samples can be taken along the way.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cancer_staging\"><\/span>Cancer staging<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"755\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose13.jpg\" alt=\"Diagnosis symbolised by a Petri dish with blue-turquoise contents. A sample is taken from it with gloved hands in blue. \" class=\"wp-image-16904\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose13.jpg 755w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose13-600x581.jpg 600w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose13-300x290.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once the diagnosis has been made, the next step is to determine the cancer\u2019s stage. Staging describes the extent of the disease and is crucial for choosing treatment and for the prognosis. The TNM system is most commonly used:  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>T (Tumour):<\/strong> Describes the size and extent of the primary tumour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>N (Nodes):<\/strong> Describes whether the cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>M (Metastases):<\/strong> Describes whether the cancer has spread to other parts of the body (distant metastases).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read more about this under <a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/kraeftformer\/\">Cancer forms<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_you_get_your_results\"><\/span>When you get your results<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"736\" height=\"715\" src=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose7.jpg\" alt=\"Diagnosis symbolised by an illustration of a woman in a white coat holding a sheet of paper or a tablet in front of her. Blue background. \" class=\"wp-image-16909\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose7.jpg 736w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose7-600x583.jpg 600w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose7-300x291.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The consultation where you receive the results of the tests can be an intense experience. It may be helpful to prepare. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bring someone with you <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a great help to have a relative or friend with you at the consultation\u2014four ears hear better than two. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the news is serious, it can be difficult to remember what is being said, and a companion can help you remember, ask questions and provide important support afterwards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Record the consultation <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consider recording the consultation on your phone. It is legal to record a conversation you are participating in.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This allows you to listen again to the doctor\u2019s explanations and the agreements that are made. Remember to store any recording securely in accordance with data protection rules. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Be well prepared<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read much more about your next medical appointment and what it may be appropriate to ask to have clarified here: <a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/the-decision-what-kind-of-treatment-is-best\/\">The decision<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatment_after_diagnosis\"><\/span>Treatment after diagnosis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"730\" src=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose6.png\" alt=\"Diagnosis symbolised by an image of a man in a lab coat listening to a man lying down with electrodes and a blood pressure cuff. Also an IV stand with two drips and monitoring equipment in the background. \" class=\"wp-image-16910\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose6.png 1280w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose6-600x342.png 600w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose6-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose6-1024x584.png 1024w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose6-768x438.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once a cancer diagnosis has been made and the stage of the disease has been determined, the next step is to draw up a treatment plan. The choice of treatment is a highly individual process that depends on the type of cancer, its location and extent, your general health and your personal wishes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Often, the conventional treatment pathway you can be offered is decided at a multidisciplinary team conference (MDT), where specialist doctors in surgery, oncology (medical cancer treatment) and radiotherapy jointly assess the best strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Local_treatment\"><\/span>Local treatment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Local treatment aims to remove or destroy cancer cells in a specific, limited area of the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/operation\/\">Surgery<\/a>: The aim is to physically remove the tumour through an operation. For many solid tumours that have not spread, surgery alone can be curative. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/straalebehandling\/\">Radiotherapy<\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Uses high-energy radiation to destroy cancer cells and shrink tumours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to these, there are a number of other highly <a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/cyberknife\/\">specialised local treatments<\/a>. The aim is often to destroy a tumour in a very targeted and gentle way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples include <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/ablation\/\">ablation therapy<\/a><\/strong> (destroying tumour tissue using, for example, heat or cold), <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/embolisering\/\">embolisation<\/a><\/strong> (blocking the tumour\u2019s blood supply) and advanced radiation techniques such as <a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/sbrt\/\">stereotactic radiotherapy<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/sbrt\/\">SBRT <\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Systemic_treatment\"><\/span>Systemic treatment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Systemic treatment is an umbrella term for medicines that circulate throughout the body via the bloodstream to fight cancer. The most common types are: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/kemoterapi\/\">Chemotherapy<\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Medicines designed to kill rapidly dividing cells.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/immunterapi\/\">Immunotherapy<\/a>:<\/strong> Activates the body\u2019s immune system to recognise and attack cancer cells.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/maalrettet-behandling\/\">Targeted cancer therapy<\/a>:<\/strong> Medicines that target specific molecular characteristics in cancer cells.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Anti-<a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/hormonterapi-1\/\">hormone therapy<\/a>:<\/strong> Used for hormone-sensitive cancers to block the effects of hormones.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These treatment types are often used in combination to achieve the best result. A detailed treatment plan will be reviewed with you, explaining the purpose, course and possible side effects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can find a more in-depth overview of the different methods, including complementary approaches, on the page about <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=link-til-din-behandlingsside\">Treatments<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prognosis\"><\/span>Prognosis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"881\" height=\"850\" src=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose1.jpg\" alt=\"Diagnosis symbolised by a microscopy image of a DNA strand in blue and red colours on a black background.\" class=\"wp-image-16914\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose1.jpg 881w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose1-600x579.jpg 600w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose1-300x289.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose1-768x741.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 881px) 100vw, 881px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The prognosis for cancer depends on many factors, including cancer type, stage, age, general health and the chosen treatment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Statistics can provide a general picture, but the individual prognosis can vary greatly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For certain cancers, such as breast cancer, there are online tools such as <a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/predict\/\">PREDICT<\/a> that can provide statistical estimates of prognosis for different treatment choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"689\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose8.jpg\" alt=\"Diagnosis symbolised by an ECG over a jigsaw puzzle with a heart on a blue background, where a piece is about to fall into place. White background. \" class=\"wp-image-16908\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose8.jpg 689w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose8-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose8-600x595.jpg 600w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose8-300x297.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Diagnose8-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 689px) 100vw, 689px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Diagnosing cancer is a thorough process that often involves several specialists and a range of different tests. Early detection and an accurate diagnosis are key to the best possible treatment and prognosis.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you experience symptoms that cause concern, it is important to see a doctor. Be persistent if you feel unwell without an obvious cause, to ensure a sufficiently thorough assessment. Although it is rare, it unfortunately happens that especially younger people do not receive the correct diagnosis in time.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bt.dk\/samfund\/laegerne-ville-ikke-lytte-til-sandra-nu-er-det-for-sent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Doctors wouldn\u2019t listen to Sandra \u2013 now it\u2019s too late<\/a> (BT)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See also <a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/undersoegelser\/\">Tests<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a5ba0e5171f97341263e454d5fdc7e81 wp-block-paragraph\">See also<a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/cancer-as-a-metabolic-disease-warburg-effect-dr-thomas-seyfried-metabolism-warburg-mtor\/#metaboliskbiomarkoertekst\"> <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-custom-interne-links-color\">Biomarkers<\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See also <a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/the-decision-what-kind-of-treatment-is-best\/\">The decision<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-menu-links-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-485790e51077e9636b3d4b79d3c87ead wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#menu\">(to menu)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Links<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.dk\/fakta-kraeft\/undersoegelser-for-kraeft\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-custom-bl-links-color\">Tests for cancer<\/mark> <\/a>(Danish Cancer Society)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f2741db2bb11a75bd519c11e95cf7319 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.dk\/fakta-kraeft\/undersoegelser-for-kraeft\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tests for cancer<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=https:\/\/www.cancer.dk\/undersoegelser-for-kraeft\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a>(Danish Cancer Society)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8b8f7e675f671d8ad3ed1367057ef34b wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sundhed.dk\/borger\/sygdom-og-behandling\/sygdom\/kraeft\/kraeftpakkeforlob\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Information about cancer care pathways<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=https:\/\/www.sundhed.dk\/borger\/sygdomme-a-aa\/kr%C3%A6ft\/sygdomme\/generelt-om-kraeft\/kraeft-diagnose\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a>(Sundhed.dk)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-40ce58f41d7f03ce9364683b44b6cccb wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sst.dk\/soegning?query=pakkeforl%C3%B8b+for+kr%C3%A6ft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cancer care pathways<\/a>(Danish Health Authority)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sundhed.dk\/borger\/patienthaandbogen\/kraeft\/om-kraeft\/hvad-er-kraeft\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-custom-bl-links-color\">What is cancer<\/mark><\/a> (Sundhed.dk)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ugeskriftet.dk\/videnskab\/tidlig-diagnose-af-kraeftsygdom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-custom-bl-links-color\">Early diagnosis of cancer<\/mark><\/a> (Ugeskrift for L\u00e6ger)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.helbredsprofilen.dk\/sygdomme\/kraeft\/behandling\/da-jeg-fik-diagnosen-kraeft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-custom-bl-links-color\">When I was diagnosed with cancer<\/mark><\/a> (Helbredsprofilen)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br><strong><strong>Page created: <\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">d. 31\/08\/24, last revised on 28.07.25<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-custom-menu-links-color\">\u2764<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What you read on <\/strong><em><strong>I Have Cancer<\/strong><\/em><strong> is not a recommendation. Seek qualified guidance.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-element-9cf863ee\" id=\"artiklen\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Indhold<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/diagnosis\/#Diagnosis_scroll_down\" >Diagnosis (scroll down)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/diagnosis\/#Diagnosis_%E2%80%93_cancer\" >Diagnosis \u2013 cancer<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/diagnosis\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/diagnosis\/#The_first_signs\" >The first signs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/diagnosis\/#The_diagnostic_process\" >The diagnostic process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/diagnosis\/#Cancer_staging\" >Cancer staging<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/diagnosis\/#When_you_get_your_results\" >When you get your results<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/diagnosis\/#Treatment_after_diagnosis\" >Treatment after diagnosis<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/diagnosis\/#Local_treatment\" >Local treatment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/diagnosis\/#Systemic_treatment\" >Systemic treatment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/diagnosis\/#Prognosis\" >Prognosis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/diagnosis\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Diagnosis (scroll down) Diagnosis \u2013 cancer Summary of cancer diagnosis The path to diagnosis: Diagnostic tools: The result and the next steps: Introduction Being diagnosed with cancer is a complex and often overwhelming experience. 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