Question
Why has my child been crying and complaining of leg pain lately? I took him for a check-up, but the doctor couldn’t find any issues.
Answer
Leukemia can sometimes be accompanied by bone pain symptoms, which are caused by cancer cells infiltrating the bones. This pain is usually mild but can make the child feel uncomfortable. During the acute phase, the doctor may prescribe corticosteroid medications to alleviate pain and fever symptoms. Moreover, a series of examinations and treatments are necessary to prevent infection, correct anemia, control bleeding, and prevent the occurrence of hyperuricemic kidney disease. It is also important to maintain a balanced diet and electrolyte balance for the child.