GROSS ANATOMY

GROSS ANATOMY

SKULL OSTEOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Osteosarcomas occur in what age?
A
New moms
B
Senior Citizens
C
Teenagers
D
Newborns
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Osteosarcoma makes up 2% of all cancers in children ages 0 to 14 and 3% of all cancers in teens ages 15 to 19. It is most often diagnosed between the ages of 10 and 30, with most of these diagnoses occurring in teens. However, osteosarcoma can be diagnosed at any age, including in older adults.

Detailed explanation-2: -Sarcomas can develop at any age, but some types occur most often in older children and teens. Bone sarcomas: The 2 most common types of bone cancer, osteosarcoma and Ewing sarcoma, are most common in teens. They often cause bone pain that gets worse at night or with activity.

Detailed explanation-3: -Osteosarcoma often occurs in the ends of the long bones of the arms and legs, where new tissue forms as young adults grow. It occurs most often in young people (ages 10 to 30), but can occur in older people.

Detailed explanation-4: -Osteosarcoma usually develops during the adolescent growth spurt (usually ages 13 to 16 in boys but a little younger in girls). It causes pain in the bone, which may be worse during exercise or at night. A lump or swelling may form.

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