URMC / Encyclopedia / Content Search Encyclopedia About Cancer Cancer is a complex illness that requires clinical care by a doctor or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below is some general information about cancer, for which we have provided a brief overview. Cancer Overview Causes of Cancer Diagnosing Cancer Treatment for Cancer Alternative Therapy for Cancer Pain Management Nutritional Requirements for a Child With Cancer Clinical Trials and Cancer Questions to Ask Your Child's Physician Coping With the Diagnosis