👩‍⚕️Ask The Expert: Childhood Cancer

While we often think of cancer as something that affects adults, children are not risk-free. Some signs of childhood cancer can be subtle—but recognizing them and seeking medical advice promptly can make all the difference. Join us for an Ask the Expert session with Dr. LeLe Aung, a renowned Senior Consultant in Paediatrics & Paediatric Haematology-Oncology, to uncover: ✨ The signs of childhood cancer you should NEVER ignore ✨ Dispel common childhood cancer myths ✨ Prevention tips every pregnant mum should know 📅 Date: 28 November 2024 ⏰ Time: 3:00 PM 💬 Got questions about childhood cancer? Drop them in the comments below, and Dr. Aung will answer yours during the session! Important Notes: 🚨 Please refrain from sharing personal details or medical history as this is not an official consultation session. 🚨 Always consult your doctor for any medical concerns. 🚨 Questions unrelated to the topic or submitted after the specified date may not be addressed and could be removed. 👉 Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and learn when to see a doctor. Save the date and join us to keep your little ones safe! 💛

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Are there early warning signs I should look out for?

Dr. LeLe Aung

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It is a very good question. Cancer in children is still rare. The most common type is acute lymphoblastic leukemia or ALL where the bone marrow is attacked by abnormal leukemia cells. Children with ALL may have persistent and large bruises or small, tiny red dots (petechiae), bleeding from gums or nose, aches and pain in limbs and refuse to walk, persistent fever, paleness or lethargy, or loss of appetite. It can be a combination of symptoms that alerts you to bring your child to the doctor. Second most common cancer in children is brain tumor. Depending on the location of the tumor in the brain, they may have subtle complaints of blurry vision, tilting their head to see better, weakness in face or limbs, persistent headaches that do not resolve, or vomiting.

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