International Childhood Cancer Day: Over 50,000 new childhood cancer cases diagnosed in India every year; doctor shares early warning signs parents must watch for
International Childhood Cancer Day highlights the courage of young fighters. Unlike adult cancers, childhood forms strike suddenly, but early detection significantly boosts survival. Leukemia, brain tumors, and lymphomas are common. Parents must watch for persistent symptoms like unexplained fever, bruising, or headaches, as delayed diagnosis, often due to symptom overlap and access issues, impacts prognosis.
International Childhood Cancer Day highlights the courage of young fighters. Unlike adult cancers, childhood forms strike suddenly, but early detection significantly boosts survival. Leukemia, brain tumors, and lymphomas are common. Parents must watch for persistent symptoms like unexplained fever, bruising, or headaches, as delayed diagnosis, often due to symptom overlap and access issues, impacts prognosis.
