Sarcoma Awareness Month

What is Sarcoma and what are the symptoms?

July is Sarcoma Awareness Month and whilst considered rare, with Sarcoma UK reporting that only around 5,400 people per year are diagnosed, there are over 100 different types with the most common being soft tissue sarcoma and bone sarcoma.

Sarcoma can affect any part of the body, on the inside or outside, including bone, tendons, blood vessels, and fatty tissues.

There are several main symptoms that people should be aware of including:

a lump that grows or changes
swelling or pain around a bone
stomach pain, feeling sick, and loss of appetite
blood or poo in vomit

Did you know???

1 in 3 people waited at least six months after first consulting a healthcare professional before receiving an accurate diagnosis for their sarcoma. See your GP if you are experiencing the above symptoms.