Post by masders on Feb 15, 2024 17:30:22 GMT 5.5
Sarcoma is a type of cancer that develops in the connective tissue, it can affect any part of the body but usually develops deep in the extremities (hands and feet). In addition to the extremities, it also affects: bones, cartilage, muscles, tendons, blood vessels, nerves, fibrous tissues around the joints. Hundreds of thousands of patients around the world struggle with this disease. Dr. Slavica Kraleva, oncologist-radiotherapist, at the center for oncology and radiotherapy at the "Acibadem Sistina" clinical hospital, says that there are over 50 types of sarcoma, which are mainly divided into soft tissue sarcoma and bone sarcoma.
Risk factors It is still not known what causes Brazil Email List their appearance, but there are several risk factors that affect their appearance: - If any family member has or has had sarcoma – If you have a bone disorder such as Pegetova's disease - Genetic disorder neurofibromatosis, retinoblastoma... – In case you have been exposed to radiation or radiation therapy Soft tissue sarcoma is difficult to diagnose because it occurs in hard-to-reach areas of the body. The first sign is the appearance of a lump or lump without pain. Over time, it begins to grow, thus causing pressure on the nerves, muscles, sometimes it can cause problems even during breathing. Other symptoms of the occurrence of this disease are: bone pain (which becomes stronger at night), swelling (which appears a few weeks after the initial pain), distortion.
If you experience these symptoms, you should consult a doctor. Tests for diagnosis It often happens that sarcoma is misdiagnosed, being identified with injuries or sports injuries. It may happen that when the correct diagnosis is reached, it has already grown, metastasized and can be removed with great difficulty through surgical intervention. Therefore, it is very important to consult a qualified and experienced doctor, who will make the correct diagnosis in a timely manner, as well as determine the treatment plan. The tests used to diagnose sarcoma are: biopsy (taking a sample of the affected tissue), computed tomography, ultrasound, native magnetic resonance, and bone scan. treatment Treatment depends on the type of sarcoma, where it has developed, and whether it has spread to other parts of the body.
Risk factors It is still not known what causes Brazil Email List their appearance, but there are several risk factors that affect their appearance: - If any family member has or has had sarcoma – If you have a bone disorder such as Pegetova's disease - Genetic disorder neurofibromatosis, retinoblastoma... – In case you have been exposed to radiation or radiation therapy Soft tissue sarcoma is difficult to diagnose because it occurs in hard-to-reach areas of the body. The first sign is the appearance of a lump or lump without pain. Over time, it begins to grow, thus causing pressure on the nerves, muscles, sometimes it can cause problems even during breathing. Other symptoms of the occurrence of this disease are: bone pain (which becomes stronger at night), swelling (which appears a few weeks after the initial pain), distortion.
If you experience these symptoms, you should consult a doctor. Tests for diagnosis It often happens that sarcoma is misdiagnosed, being identified with injuries or sports injuries. It may happen that when the correct diagnosis is reached, it has already grown, metastasized and can be removed with great difficulty through surgical intervention. Therefore, it is very important to consult a qualified and experienced doctor, who will make the correct diagnosis in a timely manner, as well as determine the treatment plan. The tests used to diagnose sarcoma are: biopsy (taking a sample of the affected tissue), computed tomography, ultrasound, native magnetic resonance, and bone scan. treatment Treatment depends on the type of sarcoma, where it has developed, and whether it has spread to other parts of the body.