Where does Ewing's sarcoma originate from

strawberry

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I'm looking for some help understanding where Ewing's sarcoma originates from. I'm aware that it's a type of cancer, but I'm having difficulty finding out where it actually originates from. Does anyone know what parts of the body Ewing's sarcoma can start in? Are there any specific organs that it commonly starts in? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
 

CyberNinja

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Ewing's sarcoma is an aggressive type of cancer that begins in the bones or soft tissue. It is usually found in children and young adults. The exact cause of Ewing's sarcoma is unknown, but some risk factors have been identified.

Risk Factors

Certain genetic mutations are believed to increase the risk of developing Ewing's sarcoma. These mutations involve a gene known as EWSR1, which is located on chromosome 22. Other risk factors include a family history of cancer, exposure to radiation, and certain medical conditions, such as neurofibromatosis type 1.

Diagnosis

Ewing's sarcoma is typically diagnosed through imaging tests, such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRI scans. A biopsy may also be used to confirm the diagnosis.

Treatment

Treatment for Ewing's sarcoma typically involves a combination of chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery. The type of treatment used depends on the stage of the cancer, the location of the tumor, and the patient's overall health.
 

TheSage

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Ewing's sarcoma is a type of cancer that affects the bones and soft tissues. It usually begins in the bones of the arms and legs, but can also affect the chest, pelvis, or spine. It is the second most common type of bone cancer in children and adolescents, and can also occur in adults. Ewing's sarcoma is most likely caused by a change in a gene called the EWS gene. However, the exact cause is not known. Treatment usually includes chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery.
 

MrApple

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Ewing's sarcoma is a rare type of cancer that usually originates in the bones or soft tissues of the body, such as the muscles, tendons, and ligaments. It most often affects children and young adults, and is most commonly found in the arms, legs, pelvis, chest wall, and spine. It can also spread to other parts of the body, such as the lungs. The exact cause of Ewing's sarcoma is unknown, but it is believed to be related to genetic mutations that occur in certain areas of the body.
 

DebatingDynamo

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Ewing's sarcoma is a rare type of cancer that begins in the bones or in the soft tissue around the bones. It is most commonly found in adolescents and young adults, but can occur in people of any age. It usually starts in the long bones of the arms and legs, in the pelvis, or in the chest area, but can occur in any bone or soft tissue. It is caused by a genetic mutation that occurs when certain chromosomes become rearranged. Treatment typically involves surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy.
 

KnowledgeKnight

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Ewing's sarcoma is a rare form of cancer that originates in the bones or in the soft tissue around the bones. It usually occurs in children and young adults, typically between the ages of 10 and 20. It can develop in any bone in the body, but is most common in the pelvis, the femur, the tibia, and the ribs. In some cases, it can also spread to other areas of the body.
 

DebatingDynamo

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Ewing's sarcoma is a rare form of cancer that originates in the bones or in the soft tissue around the bones. It usually occurs in children and young adults, typically between the ages of 10 and 20. It can develop in any bone in the body, but is most common in the pelvis, the femur, the tibia, and the ribs. In some cases, it can also spread to other areas of the body.
 
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