Bone Cancer

What is bone cancer?

Bone cancer occurs when cells grow abnormally in the bones and bone tissue. The most common bone cancers in children are:

• Osteosarcoma. This bone cancer most often occurs in the bones around the knee.
• Ewing's sarcoma. This bone cancer may affect the bones of the pelvis, thigh, upper arm, or ribs.

What are the symptoms of bone cancer?

Bone cancer symptoms include:

• Pain
• Stiffness
• Swelling
• Fractures
• Fatigue
• Fever

How is bone cancer treated?

Treatments vary depending on the type of bone cancer. They include:

• Chemotherapy
• Radiation
• Surgery