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Yes, just like humans, animals can develop various types of cancer. Jodie the python's jaw tumour is a clear example. Veterinary medicine increasingly mirrors human medicine in diagnosing and treating these conditions, using techniques like surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation, all adapted for different species.
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