Cancers in children are different from adult cancers. Childhood cancer grows faster than adult cancer, hence they respond well to treatment and they have a better cure rate than adult cancers. Blood cancer (Leukemia) is one of the most common types of cancer in children. Out of all childhood blood cancers, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) is the most common type with an excellent outcome. Other common cancers in children are lymphoma, brain tumors, bone tumors, tumors of the kidney (Wilm's tumor), adrenal gland (Neuroblastoma), soft tissue sarcomas, tumors involving the eyes (Retinoblastoma), liver (Hepatoblastoma), etc. What Are The Common Symptoms? Symptoms usually depend on the type of cancer. These symptoms can occur in other diseases also, but we need to be careful if these kinds of symptoms are persisting, we must consult a doctor. Prolonged fever for more than 2-3 weeks which is not controlled with routine medications and no definite cause of fever is detected. Painless ...
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