Pediatric cancer
Pediatric Cancer
Pediatric cancer (pronunciation: /piːdiːˈætrɪk 'kænsər/) refers to a group of cancers that occur in children and adolescents. The term is derived from the Greek words 'pais' (child) and 'onkos' (tumor).
Types of Pediatric Cancer
There are several types of pediatric cancers, including:
- Leukemia: This is the most common type of cancer in children. It affects the bone marrow and blood.
- Neuroblastoma: This cancer usually starts in the adrenal glands, which are on top of the kidneys. It can also develop in nerve tissue along the spine, chest, abdomen, or pelvis.
- Wilms Tumor: This is a kidney cancer that primarily affects children.
- Rhabdomyosarcoma: This is a cancer that can occur in various places in the body. It begins in cells that normally develop into skeletal muscles.
- Retinoblastoma: This is a cancer that starts in the retina, the back part of the eye.
- Osteosarcoma: This is a type of bone cancer most commonly seen in teenagers.
- Ewing Sarcoma: This is another type of cancer that can occur in the bones or in the soft tissue around the bones.
Symptoms
Symptoms of pediatric cancer can vary widely depending on the type and stage of the cancer. Common symptoms may include fatigue, unexplained weight loss, pain, frequent infections, and easy bruising or bleeding.
Treatment
Treatment for pediatric cancer can include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery, immunotherapy, or a combination of these. The choice of treatment depends on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the child's overall health.
Prognosis
The prognosis for pediatric cancer can vary widely depending on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the child's overall health. However, advances in treatment have significantly improved survival rates for many types of pediatric cancer.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pediatric cancer
- Wikipedia's article - Pediatric cancer
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