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What are different symptoms of bone cancer?

Bone Cancer is the cancer that begins in the bone is called primary bone cancer.
- Primary bone cancer is relatively uncommon with secondary or metastatic cancer.
- This is cancer that occurs initially in another organ and then spreads to bone tissue.

What causes bone cancer?
- Bone cancer is caused by a problem with the cells that make bone.
- Bone tumors occur most commonly in children and adolescents.
- It is less common in older adults.

The most common primary bone tumors include:
- osteosarcoma,
- ewing’s sarcoma,
- chondrosarcoma,
- malignant fibrous histiocytoma,
- fibrosarcoma,
- chordoma.

Bone Cancer Symptoms
- The symptoms of bone cancer vary from one person to another
- It depends on the location and size of the bone cancer.
- Pain is one of the most common bone cancer symptoms.
- Initially, the pain may only be felt with activity or at night.
- People may experience the symptoms for weeks, perhaps even months
- A lump or mass may occur either in the tissues that surround the bone or on the bone itself
- The bones can become weakened by the tumor
- They may lead to a fracture after little or no trauma
- The fracture may occur just from standing on the affected bone.
- This can occur with both benign and malignant tumors.
- The tumor may spread locally and weaken the surrounding bone.
- f the tumor compresses the surrounding nerve it can cause pain, numbness, or tingling in the extremities.
- Bone cancer refers to abnormal growth in bone tissues.
- Bone cancer mostly develops in long bones and weakens the structure of the bones.
- Some other symptoms include weight loss, night sweats, chills, fever, nausea, increased fatigue, anemia.

Vital Symptoms
Tumor
- The growing tumor can be detected by touch.
- The cyst or tumor will be of a small pea size.
- It could be felt in the pain-affected area.
- This tumor is accompanied by pain.
- In some cases it is just a painless mass.

Pain
- Pain in affected bones is frequently present.
- Only slight pain is present which is experienced while running and walking in the first stage.
- In the later stages it becomes more persistent and nagging.
- At times the pain can lead to insomnia.

Swelling
- Swelling may not occur along with pain.
- In some cases of bone cancer, takes several weeks for the swelling to take place.
- Bone cancer exhausts the organ.
- It is difficult to function properly.
- The bones of children become extremely fragile and feel tender.

Other Symptoms of Bone Cancer
- In its later stages, the tumor starts producing calcium salt.
- This gets into the bloodstream.
- Increased calcium level in blood can cause vomiting, nausea and abdominal pain.
- Bone becomes delicate and prone to fracture.

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Boron which helps in tumor, cysts. Copper which converts iron into haemoglobin

Boron is considered to be an essential mineral that is used by the plants. Boron is not found alone, it is always found in combination with other chemicals. It is considered to be a non-metallic element. It is absorbed through intestine and excreted in urine. The functions of boron in body include:
- regulate the use of calcium.
- regulate the use of phosphorous.
- regulate the use of magnesium.
- it controls growth of the cells.
- Growth abnormalities are prevented.
The deficiency of boron can result in tumors, cysts and abnormal growth. The main sources of boron are fruits, vegetables like carrots, apples, pears.

Many enzymes constitute of copper and found in combination with many proteins. Copper is absorbed at the duodenum level of intestine. When copper is in excess, it is excreted in bile. The main functions of copper are:
- it converts iron into hemoglobin.
- the growth of red blood cells is stimulated.
- essential mineral for vitamin C.
- part of digestive enzyme.
The deficiency of copper can cause:
- weakness.
- problems in digestion.
- problems in respiration.
- chronic diarrhea which later develops into anemia in infants.
Failure of copper absorption leads to:
- mental retardation
- failure to change hair that has become brittle.
- low concentration in plasma and liver.
- prevent arthritis.
- strengthens muscular system.
Some good sources of copper are molluscs and shellfish, betel leaves arecanuts and other nuts. The content of copper is more in soft water than hard water. Similarly, tap water has a higher copper content than the water in the reservoir, which in turn, is a better source of copper than stream water.
If copper is taken into excess, it can be poisonous and can cause severe vomiting and diarrhea with some abdominal pain.

Diagnosis and treatment of Cystitis

The term ‘cystitis’ refers to inflammation of the urinary bladder. The recurrence of cystitis may, in some cases, be associated with kidney troubles. Children and men should always see their GP if they have cystitis. Women should always see their GP the first time they have the condition. They should also return to see their GP if they have the condition more than three times in one year.The symptoms of cystitis usually clear up without treatment within 4-9 days. There are some self-help treatments that can ease the discomfort of any symptoms, or your GP may prescribe antibiotics.

- Over-the-counter (OTC) painkillers, such as paracetamol, or ibuprofen, can be taken to reduce discomfort.
- Drinking plenty of water is often recommended as a treatment for cystitis.
- If your symptoms are moderate, or severe, your GP may prescribe a short course of antibiotics. This will usually be in the form of a tablet to be swallowed 2-4 times a day, for three days.
- For a more complicated case of cystitis, such as cystitis with another underlying infection, you may be given antibiotics to take for 5-10 days.

How does a doctor diagnose cystitis?

The diagnosis of cystitis is primarily based on symptoms and signs. Visual appearance of the urine is not helpful. The most important examination of urine is done by chemical testing (dipstick test), which is very quick, and by urine culture where the specimen is sent to a hospital laboratory to grow and examine the bacteria. The specimen must be fresh. It is also important that the woman has separated her labia (lips) during urination, to avoid bacteria from the skin and vagina contaminating the specimen. If there is inflammation, the doctor will identify bacteria and red and white blood cells in the urine using the dipstick test. If this is positive, your doctor can prescribe antibiotics immediately while waiting for further confirmation from the urine culture.