Yes, rhabdomyosarcoma can grow fast.
Rhabdomyosarcoma is a type of cancer that forms in soft tissue, specifically skeletal muscle tissue. The growth rate of rhabdomyosarcoma tumors can be relatively rapid.
Rhabdomyosarcoma Growth Rate
According to available information, these tumors:
- Grow quickly: They "may grow from the size of a mosquito bite or a small marble to the size of a baseball or grapefruit in the course of only a few weeks."
- Feel hard: The tumors are usually hard to the touch.
- Are typically painless: They are rarely painful unless they press on nearby nerves.
This rapid growth is a characteristic feature, making early detection and diagnosis crucial.
