Childhood Cancers: Signs & Symptoms (Part 1)

Written By Dr Derek Huffadine

Childhood cancers are relatively rare, but early recognition is key to improving outcomes - they can be cured in 70% of cases with early recognition and treatment. In an emergency care setting, ambulance clinicians may be the first medical professionals to encounter symptoms or signs that could suggest a malignancy. This means you have a critical role when it comes to recognising symptoms and making an early specialist referral.

A working knowledge of common childhood cancer signs and symptoms, effective communication strategies, and appropriate training resources will help you provide optimal care for paediatric patients with suspected cancer.

@DirkHuffa shows us what we need to be looking for and when an urgent specialist referral is indicated.

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Dr Derek Huffadine

Derek is the original KidConfident Professor. Previously a paramedic and now a childrens emergency medicine doctor who has taken time out during his specialist training to work as the simulation and teaching fellow at the University Hospitals of Derby & Burton NHS Foundation Trust. There is no-one better suited to building your confidence managing sick children through education than Derek!

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