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Paediatric cancer or Blastoma

Overview

Pediatric cancer, also known as childhood cancer, refers to cancers that occur in children and adolescents. These cancers can affect various parts of the body, including the blood, bones, brain, and organs. Pediatric cancers are generally rare compared to cancers in adults, but they remain a significant health concern due to their impact on young lives.

Blastoma is a term used to describe certain types of pediatric cancers that originate from immature or developing cells. Examples of blastomas include neuroblastoma (a cancer that develops from immature nerve cells), retinoblastoma (a cancer of the eye), and nephroblastoma or Wilms tumor (a cancer of the kidney).

Causes

  • Genetic Factors
  • Environmental Factors
  • Infections
  • Prenatal Factors
  • Other Factors

    • Symptoms

  • Fatigue or weakness
  • Loss of appetite
  • Abdominal pain
  • Swelling or lumps
  • Coughing or difficulty breathing
  • Headaches
  • Bone pain
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Abnormal head shape
  • Seizures
  • Vision problems
  • Hearing problems
  • Fatigue
  • Loss of appetite

    • Treatment: Modern Medicine

  • Surgery
  • Chemotherapy
  • Radiation Therapy
  • Targeted Therapy
  • Immunotherapy
  • Stem Cell Transplantation

    • Treatment: Traditional Medicine

  • Nutritional Support
  • Mind-Body Therapies
  • Acupuncture and Acupressure
  • Aromatherapy
  • Music and Art Therapy

    • Caution

  • Awareness of Symptoms
  • Genetic Counseling

    • Prevention

  • Regular Health Check-ups
  • Immunizations
  • Healthy Lifestyle
  • Sun Protection
  • Psychosocial Support

    • Category

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