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How many people are diagnosed with neuroblastoma?
There are about 650 new cases each year (In the U.S.)
Can a adult have neuroblastoma?
Neuroblastoma is a rare type of cancer that primarily affects children, particularly those under the age of 5. While it is extremely uncommon for adults to develop neuroblastoma, there have been a few documented cases. In adults, the tumor may present differently and often has a worse prognosis compared to pediatric cases. Overall, neuroblastoma is considered a childhood cancer, and adult occurrences are very rare.
What is the life expectancy for children with neuroblastoma?
The life expectancy for children with neuroblastoma varies significantly depending on several factors, including the age of diagnosis, stage of the disease, and response to treatment. Generally, the overall survival rate for neuroblastoma can range from about 40% to over 90% for lower-risk cases. However, high-risk neuroblastoma has a much lower survival rate, often around 30% to 50%. Advances in treatment continue to improve outcomes for many children diagnosed with this condition.
What is a Neuroblastoma?
Neuroblastoma-- Neuroblastoma is a tumor of the adrenal glands or sympathetic nervous system. Neuroblastomas can range from being relatively harmless to highly malignant.
Does an adult with asperger know?
No - they have to be diagnosed.
What kind of cancer did Taylor love have?
neuroblastoma
What is a Malignant tumor of the sympathetic nervous system?
neuroblastoma
How many kids die with neuroblastoma each year?
1000
How do you pronounce Neuroblastoma?
New-row-blas-toe-ma.
What is the med term Tumor composed of nerve cells?
Neuroblastoma
What are the negative social implications for an adult being diagnosed with ADHD?
Why would you have any negative social implications as an adult? You certainly have control over who finds out that someone has put a label on you. If you get on meds that are right for your condition, it will only help any social dilemmas. I was diagnosed and treated as a child and after neglecting it for 25 years, I was again diagnosed, Adult ADD. My social interaction with people and co-workers has been much, much better.
What aftercare does a patient need for treatment of neuroblastoma?
After completion of a course of treatment for neuroblastoma, physicians sometimes recommend that the child undergo an investigative operation. This procedure allows the treatment team to evaluate how effective treatment.
