Synovial sarcoma, also called malignant synovioma, typically develops near joints in the wrist or ankle. It is a rare cancer and is considered aggressive because it can grow quickly and spread to other parts of the body. As the tumor grows, the patient may notice a lump or swelling that may limit the ability to…
Myxofibrosarcoma, also called MFS for short, is a rare cancer that forms in connective tissue. It typically appears as a small, painless lump under the skin of an arm or leg. It occurs in children but is most common in older adults. As myxofibrosarcoma grows, the lump can become painful and swollen. Like many childhood…
Undifferentiated pleomorphic sarcoma is a rare cancer that usually forms in soft tissue in the legs, arms or abdomen, but it can form in any soft tissue or bone anywhere in the body. Also called malignant fibrous histiocytoma or undifferentiated sarcoma, this aggressive cancer can grow fast and often spreads to other parts of the…
Congenital, or infantile, fibrosarcoma tends to form in the connective tissue at the ends of arm and leg bones, but it can also form in the bones themselves. It is the most common soft tissue sarcoma in babies and usually is seen at birth or shortly after, although ultrasound may detect the tumor before birth….
Epithelioid sarcoma is a rare soft tissue cancer that typically appears in teens and young adults. Firm, painless lumps start to appear under the skin of extremities such as the fingers, hands, feet, forearms and lower legs. Sometimes the lumps develop into open sores. Epithelioid sarcoma tends to affect males more than females, and females…
Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) is a rare tumor that typically appears in young adults. DFSP grows in the skin and the layer of fat just below the skin. DFSP is a malignant cancer, but it rarely spreads (metastasizes) to other parts of the body. It can come back after treatment. Recurrence can be followed by spread,…
Childhood soft tissue sarcoma is a group of cancers that form in connective tissue, such as ligaments and tendons, as well as the skin, fat, blood vessels and nerves that connect, surround or support parts of the body. Soft tissue sarcomas are rare and account for about 7% of all childhood tumors. Rhabdomyosarcoma is the…
Angiosarcoma in children is rare. This malignant soft tissue sarcoma most often is diagnosed in adults over age 70, but it can occur at any age. Angiosarcoma develops in the blood vessels and the vessels that carry lymphatic fluids away from lymph nodes. It is most common in the skin, breast, liver, head, neck and…
Effective diabetes management is crucial because it can improve a child’s well-being and quality of life. Careful monitoring and lifestyle adjustments are necessary when a child has diabetes. Parents and caregivers of children with diabetes play an important role in supporting the child’s diabetes management while helping to ensure their success in navigating a chronic…
Types of Diabetes Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions of people in the United States, and the number of children being diagnosed with diabetes is rising every year. Early detection and management of diabetes is crucial; specialized diabetes care save your child’s life. Diabetes can affect anyone. The disease impacts all of the…
When it comes to managing Type 2 diabetes, leading a healthy lifestyle, including eating nutritious food and maintaining a healthy weight, is extremely important. Type 2 diabetes is associated with insulin resistance, which can occur from having excess weight and making unhealthy lifestyle choices over a period of time. However, if your child eats a…
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