fever in children and young people - NICE urgent cancer referral guidance
Last reviewed 01/2018
| Symptom and Specific Features | Possible Cancer | Recommendation |
| Fever with lymphadenopathy (unexplained) in children and young people | Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma or Hodgkin's lymphoma | Consider a very urgent referral (for an appointment within 48 hours) for specialist assessment. When considering referral, take into account any associated symptoms |
| Symptom and Specific Features | Possible Cancer | Recommendation |
| Fever with splenomegaly (unexplained) in children and young people | Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma | Consider a very urgent referral (for an appointment within 48 hours) for specialist assessment. When considering referral, take into account any associated symptoms |
| Symptom and Specific Features | Possible Cancer | Recommendation |
| Fever (unexplained) in children and young people | Leukaemia | Offer a very urgent full blood count (within 48 hours) |
Reference:
NICE urgent cancer referral guidance (guidelines with respect to presenting symptoms and signs)