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I am worried my child may have cancer

What should I be aware of?

If you are reading this, you may be concerned that your child or a child you know may have cancer. It is important to remember that their symptoms are much more likely to be due to a common childhood complaint or illness, but it is better to be careful.

Occasionally, however, their symptoms may be indicative of cancer, so it is important to see your doctor if you are concerned.

In the unlikely event that your child’s symptoms are due to cancer, early diagnosis can make a difference to the treatments that they need and how easily cancer can be treated.

Please see your doctor as soon as possible if you are worried and let them know that you are worried too. Early diagnosis can help save lives.

You can read more about the signs to look for at knowing the signs of childhood cancer

Visiting the doctor

When you take your child to the doctor, they will most likely be satisfied that their symptoms are caused by another illness, such as a virus as this is the most likely diagnosis. Your child’s symptoms should then resolve on their own or with appropriate treatment from your doctor.

If things then do not improve as expected, please see your doctor again, do not ignore it.

If you remain concerned

Most importantly

Please keep trying if you are very worried. 

Sometimes, a different doctor (looking at the case from a fresh viewpoint) can be beneficial.

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