Symptoms of childhood cancer can be difficult to detect. There are
several different types of cancer, each with its own common symptoms,
and still other types of cancer that may not show any symptoms at all.
Additionally, many of the symptoms associated with cancers that affect
children are also related to other illnesses or health issues that are
more common than cancer, so the presence of some symptoms do not
necessarily point to cancer without confirmation from testing and a
medical professional’s expert opinion.
Typically, cancer takes away a child’s strength, affects the organs,
and generally weakens the immune system over time. Symptoms like
unexplained weight loss, persistent fevers, constant nausea, and
swelling can all be symptoms of cancer, along with excessive bruising or
bleeding. Frequent infections or illnesses and fatigue can be signs
that…
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