Leg cancer, also known as bone cancer, happens when unusual cells grow out of control in your leg bone.
It can start in your leg or spread there from other parts of your body.
Types of Leg Cancer
– Primary Bone Cancer: This type of cancer starts in the bones. The most common types are:
– Osteosarcoma (usually in the knee or upper arm)
– Ewing’s sarcoma (usually in the ribs, pelvis, leg, or upper arm)
– Chondrosarcoma (usually in the hip, pelvis, leg, arm, or shoulder)
– Secondary Bone Cancer: This type of cancer starts in another part of the body and spreads to the bones.
Common examples include lung cancer or breast cancer that spreads to the bones.
Symptoms of Leg Cancer
– Pain or tenderness in the leg
– Swelling or a lump in the leg
– Problems moving around or walking
– Feeling tired or weak
– Fever or sweating
– Weight loss
Causes and Risk Factors
– Inherited genetic conditions (e as Li-Fraumeni syndrome)
– Other bone conditions (such as Paget’s disease)
– Cancer treatment (such as radiation or chemotherapy)
Diagnosis and Treatment
– Doctors use imaging tests (such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI scans, or PET scans) to find and diagnose leg cancer.
– Treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.
Important to Know
– Leg cancer is rare, but early detection and treatment are crucial.
– If you notice any symptoms or changes in your leg, see a doctor right away.
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