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Originally Posted by Green-Moo
Am I right in thinking that Osteosarcoma is one of the more common cancers to affect children?
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There are a few cancers that primarily hit children, yes... osteosarcoma strikes boys more often than girls, but not solely. Many times it starts around the knees, (sometimes upper arm) and often in teens. The risk increases (but only slightly) if the child is extra tall.