Signs of Cancer in Children According to Dr. Liza Ong
CANCER IN CHILDREN – Doctor Liza Ramoso-Ong pointed out the signs that parents should watch out for as they may indicate cancer in their kids.
One of the diseases that may affect both kids and adults is cancer. It has several types and most of its types do exempt anyone based on age. Unfortunately, more and more people are suffering from it now.
Cancer is hard to treat. It can be due to a family history, a lifestyle, or unhealthy habits of a person. It can grow from a certain part or spot in the body and spread when left untreated. The earlier it is diagnosed, the higher the chance of stopping it from spreading and the recovery of the patient.
With regards to cancer in children, Dr. Liza Ong named the common types that affect the kids. She cited leukemia and the ones targeting the brain, the bone, the eyes, the kidney, the thyroid, and the ovary.
In a video, Dr. Liza Ong also pointed out the general symptoms that may be indicating the growth of cancer in children. Here is a list of what you should watch out for:
- unable to pee or blood in the urine
- unexplained lump or swelling
- persistent abdominal pain
- back pain or bone pain that never goes away
- headache that does not go away
- frequent or unexplained bruising
- lethargy or always feeling tired
- unexplained vomiting
- changes in the eye appearance
- unexplained weight loss
- shortness of breath
- unexplained fever with high temperatures and sweating
Aside from the general symptoms, Doc Liza also cited the specific signs of certain types of cancer. Here are the lists:
Brain Tumor
- frequent headache
- seizures
- nausea and vomiting
- personality changes
- loss of balance, vision, speech, or hearing
- increased sleepiness
Spinal Tumor
- back pain
- pain spreading to arms and legs
- trouble walking
- trouble with urination or bowel movements
- leg weakness
In the video, Dr. Liza Ong clarified that it is best to let the kids play but always keep their hands clean. Also, she stressed that those who survived it should not be held back from living a normal life.
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