About
Ewing Sarcoma is a type of cancer that affects different bones and soft tissue of the body. Found mostly in children and young adults, Ewing Sarcoma is a rare cancer that is generally found in the legs, spine, arms, pelvic bones and ribs. These cancerous tumors are known to spread (metastasize) to the lungs and other organs.
Causes
There is not much known about what causes Ewing Sarcoma. Doctors have not been able to link any heredity factors to the illness and they are still working to find what causes these cancerous tumors to appear in different bones of the body.
Symptoms
- Pain at the tumor site
- Swelling of the infected bone
- Fever
- Fatigue
- Weight loss
Treatment
Like most cancers, treatment options will depend upon where the cancer is located and how much it has progressed. Generally, patients battling Ewing Sarcoma will be prescribed oral medications, chemotherapy, radiation and even surgery to remove the tumors when necessary.
Sources:
www.childrenshospital.org
www.mayoclinic.com
www.nlm.nih.gov