The oncologist listed the symptoms of neuroblastoma in children

Pediatric oncologist, MD, Professor Timur Sharoev said that several signs may indicate neuroblastoma in children.

In conversation with aif.ru On Friday, September 5, he explained that the common symptoms of neuroblastoma in children include weakness, loss of appetite and activity, which can turn into complete inactivity.

The child refuses to eat, loses weight, becomes pale, and may develop cyanosis in the nasolabial triangle. Sometimes there is an increase in blood pressure, excessive sweating and even fainting.

Sharoev stressed that such conditions are severe and require urgent medical attention, otherwise there is a risk of death.

In addition, the doctor noted that if the tumor is located in the abdominal or thoracic cavity, its growth can lead to abdominal asymmetry. kp.ru .

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