CAUSES OF BONE CANCER

The exact reason of bone cancer is not properly known. However, it is known that an error in a cell’s DNA causes the formation of bone cancer. It is the error or DNA mutation that makes the cell to grow and divide in an uncontrolled manner. Instead of dying at a fixed time, they keep on living and dividing. The mutated cells that are accumulated, forms a lump or mass that can spread to other parts of the body. Mutations can occur due to cancer-causing chemicals or because of the exposure to radiation.
Various types of bone cancers include:
·         Chondrosarcoma- it begins to form in cartilage cells. This condition is generally found in older or middle-aged adults. The symptoms generally occur in legs, arms or pelvis region.
·         Osteosarcoma- it begins in the bone cells. It generally occurs in the bones of the arms or legs of children and young adults.
·         Ewing’s Sarcoma- the exact location where it begins is not known, but the tumors generally begin to form in the arms or legs or the pelvis region of young adults or children.
Symptoms of bone cancer include:
·         Broken bones
·         Unexplained weight loss
·         Fatigue
·         Bone pain
·         Swelling in the affected area

Bone cancer can be treated mainly by radiation, chemotherapy, surgery or targeted therapy. It is advisable that you consult a doctor pre-hand before undergoing any treatment. Want to consult a good bone cancer doctor in Noida, contact us for the same.

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