Options For Treating Rhabdomyosarcoma

Symptom Management

Rhabdomyosarcoma causes different symptoms throughout the body, and the exact symptoms vary from case to case. In addition to attacking the cancer cells themselves, a treatment plan needs to include symptom management. With orbital rhabdomyosarcoma, children might have a swollen or bulging eye. Unexplained fevers will sometimes present before a child receives a diagnosis of rhabdomyosarcoma. Some patients experience a depressed appetite. It's not common for easy bruising and fatigue to be part of this type of cancer, but this changes if the cancer moves to the bone marrow. It's vitally important that children have their symptoms managed with a treatment plan. The exact methods of treatment may vary. Many medical professionals should be communicating about the best options for the child's needs.