Embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma

Embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma
Synonyms	ERMS
Pronounce	N/A
Specialty	N/A
Symptoms	Swelling, pain, bleeding
Complications	Metastasis, recurrence
Onset	Most common in children under 10 years old
Duration	Varies
Types	Botryoid, spindle cell
Causes	Unknown, but associated with genetic mutations
Risks	Li-Fraumeni syndrome, Neurofibromatosis type I
Diagnosis	Biopsy, imaging studies
Differential diagnosis	Other soft tissue sarcomas, lymphoma
Prevention	None known
Treatment	Surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy
Medication	N/A
Prognosis	Generally good with treatment, but depends on stage and location
Frequency	Most common soft tissue sarcoma in children
Deaths	N/A

Embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma (ERMS) is a rare cancer that forms in muscle tissue. It is a type of soft tissue sarcoma that usually occurs in children.

Overview

ERMS is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in muscle tissue. ERMS is a type of rhabdomyosarcoma, a cancer of the soft tissue. Rhabdomyosarcoma is the most common type of soft tissue sarcoma in children. It can begin in many places in the body.

Symptoms

There are no specific symptoms for ERMS. However, an unusual lump or swelling, pain, fever, or illness that doesn’t go away can be signs of ERMS. Other conditions can cause the same symptoms, so it is important to consult a doctor if any of these occur.

Diagnosis

Tests that examine the body and the area where the tumor is found are used to detect and diagnose ERMS. These tests may include imaging tests, laboratory tests, and biopsies.

Treatment

Treatment for ERMS may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, or a combination of these treatments. The choice of treatment depends on the size, location, and stage of the cancer, as well as the patient's overall health.

Prognosis

The prognosis for ERMS depends on the stage of the disease, the size and location of the tumor, and the patient's overall health. With treatment, most children with ERMS can achieve a good quality of life.

See also

• Cancer
• Soft tissue sarcoma
• Rhabdomyosarcoma
• Chemotherapy
• Radiation therapy

External links

• National Cancer Institute: Rhabdomyosarcoma Treatment