Hindustan Times: Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Do’s & don’t for a child with suspected cancer

In this exclusive article, Dr. Sandeep Jain, Senior Consultant Pediatric Hematology at RGCIRC, highlights important do’s and don’ts for parents and caregivers of children with suspected cancer. With around 75,000 new childhood cancer cases diagnosed annually in India, early detection is crucial. Dr. Jain emphasizes watching for persistent symptoms like unexplained fever or lumps and urges seeking medical advice early. He advises against starting treatments without a confirmed diagnosis and stresses the importance of timely referral to specialized centers.

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