Bone Tumor

About-bone tumor also called bone neoplasm is an abnormal benign or malignant growth of tissue in bone.
Types of benign bone tumors
 Osteochondromas
Nonossifying fibroma unicameral
Giant cell tumors
Enchondroma
Fibrous dysplasia
Aneurysmal bone cyst
 
Types of malignant bone tumors
 Osteosarcoma
Ewing sarcoma 
Chondrosarcoma
 
Symptoms-
 Bone pain may worsen at night, and may sometimes increase with activity.
Swelling and tenderness near the affected area
Weak and fragile bone
Stiffness
Fatigue
Unintentional weight loss
Fever
 Night Sweats

Causes -The exact cause of the bone tumor is unknown. Possible reasons are 
 Heredity
Radiation exposure
Anticancer drugs
Injuries to the bones

Specialists to Visit
 Radiation Oncologist
Orthopedic Surgeon
Oncologist

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References-
https://www.mayoclinic.org
https://en.wikipedia.org
https://www.healthline.com
https://www.webmd.com
https://orthoinfo.aaos.org
https://my.clevelandclinic.org

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