Early detection of cancer greatly improves the odds of surviving the disease. If your child has the following persistent symptoms, talk to your family doctor:
- continued, unexplained weight loss
- morning headaches, particularly with vomiting
- swelling or persistent pain in bones, joints, back or legs
- lump or mass, especially in the abdomen, neck, chest, pelvis or armpits
- excessive bruising, bleeding or rash
- constant infections
- a whitish colour behind the pupil
- constant tiredness or noticeable paleness
- sudden and persistent eye or vision changes
- recurring fevers of unknown origin