Neuroblastoma in children is caused by immature neuroblasts that do not mature into normal adrenal nerves or cells at birth, forming a tumor. It is usually present at birth and caused by a genetic abnormality in the first chromosome. Treatment varies depending on the size, location, and growth rate of tumors. Neuroblastoma in children is […]
Neuroblastoma survival rates depend on the child’s age and the spread of cancer. Early detection and treatment can result in a cure rate of over 90%, but advanced stages have lower survival rates. Stage 1 has a survival rate of over 90%, while stage 4 has a survival rate of 10-40% for patients over one […]
Olfactory neuroblastoma is a rare and malignant tumor that originates in the olfactory cells responsible for smell. It can cause loss of smell, taste, and vision, and facial disfigurement. It is diagnosed through symptoms and imaging and is treated with surgery and radiation. Recurrence is common, and long-term follow-up is required. Olfactory neuroblastoma, also called […]
Neuroblastoma is the most common type of cancer in children, with symptoms including fatigue, fever, abdominal pain, and lumps under the skin. Early diagnosis is difficult, but if caught early, treatment can be successful. Chemotherapy is often used, but can have long-term effects on a child’s developing body. Parents should monitor any recurring or bothersome […]
