There are many parents who seem to pass of their child's sicknesses or issues as something else, that may be more mild.
This young girl in the following article was the product of such as thing. Her parents believed she was suffering from one illness when she was actually suffering from another. Its very important for us to help our children the best way we can and be attentive to their needs. You, as the parent know your child best, therefore when you sense there is a problem, don't rule anything out.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2238564/11-year-old-Abigail-Lightbown-dies-brain-tumour-parents-mistook-symptoms-eating-disorder.html
