Bone Cancer

Bone cancer is a rare cancer that begins in a bone. Bone cancer commonly affects the long bones that can be found in the arms and legs.

There are several different types such as Osteosarcoma (Also known as Osteogenic Sarcoma), Ewing’s Sarcoma, Chondrosarcoma, Spindle Cell Sarcoma, Chordoma, and Angiosarcoma.

The following are symptoms of bone cancer: -Pain (continues into the night) -Difficulty moving around (e.g.: walking with a limp) -Fatigue -Swelling or redness (inflammation) near the affected area -Lump over a bone  -High temperature (fever) -Weakened/fractured bone -Weight loss For more information, check out the Cancer Research UK, the American Cancer Society, or the NHS. 

Risk factors for bone cancer depend on the type of cancer and include: -Previous radiation therapy or chemotherapy -Bone disorders or conditions (e.g.: Paget’s disease of the bone) -Genetic conditions (e.g.: Li-Fraumeni syndrome) -Older age For more information, check out the Canadian Cancer Society, the American Cancer Society, or Cancer Research UK.

The following procedures are done to diagnose bone cancer: -Health history or physical exam -Imaging tests (X-ray, MRI, CT scan, PET scan, bone scan) -Biopsy -Cell and tissue studies -Blood chemistry tests -Complete blood count (CBC) -Heart function tests -Hearing exam For more information, check out the Canadian Cancer Society, the Mayo Clinic, or the NHS. 

Treatment types and drug combinations vary widely depending on the type of bone cancer. Treatment options include: -Surgery -Chemotherapy -Radiation therapy For more information, check out the Canadian Cancer Society or the American Cancer Society.

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Sarcoma Cancer Foundation of Canada Sarcoma Cancer Foundation of Canada is Canada’s national organization dedicated to providing patient support and education while working with Canada’s leading researchers to eradicate the disease. Visit them at http://sarcomacancer.ca/