Diseases
ewing sarcoma
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Overview
Ewing sarcoma is a type of tumor that forms from a certain kind of cell in bone or soft tissue. Undifferentiated small round cell sarcoma may also form in the bone or soft tissue. Signs and symptoms of Ewing sarcoma include swelling and pain near the tumor.
Symptoms
- pain, swelling or tenderness near the affected area
- bone pain
- unexplained tiredness
- losing weight without trying
- fever with no known cause
Causes
- it's not clear what causes ewing sarcoma.
Risk factors
- family history.
- it is more likely to occur in children and teenagers.
Diagnosis
- imaging tests
- removing a sample of cells for testing (biopsy)
- testing the cancer cells for gene mutations
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is ewing sarcoma?
Ewing sarcoma is a type of tumor that forms from a certain kind of cell in bone or soft tissue. Undifferentiated small round cell sarcoma may also form in the bone or soft tissue. Signs and symptoms of Ewing sarcoma include swelling and pain near the tumor.
What are the symptoms of ewing sarcoma?
pain, swelling or tenderness near the affected area, bone pain, unexplained tiredness, losing weight without trying, fever with no known cause
What causes ewing sarcoma?
it's not clear what causes ewing sarcoma.
Which medicines are used for ewing sarcoma?
dactinomycin
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