Which of the following cancers is more prevalent in teenagers and young adults?

Explanation

• Ewing's sarcoma is a rare cancer of bone and soft tissue and is prevalent mainly in adolescents during the onset of puberty.

• Generally the patients have a male/female ratio of 1.6:1. It is more common in males and occurs mostly between the ages of 10-20 years. Internationally, less than 2 children per million are affected.

• Symptoms are fairly non-specific, and patients may present with localized swelling and pain.

• Multiple myeloma is most common in the elderly.

• Wilm's tumor is most common in children.

• Chronic lymphocytic leukemia and angiosarcoma primarily affect adults.

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