Q: Which doctor should one consult for neuroblastoma?
A: A pediatrician can be consulted initially. Once diagnosis in confirmed the expertise of many different doctors such as pediatric cancer surgeon, and pediatric radiation oncologist may be required.
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Q: What is Stage 4 neuroblastoma cancer?
A: In stage 4 neuroblastoma, the cancer has spread to different parts of the body such as, bone, liver, skin, distant lymph nodes. It cannot be operated upon and is considered high risk.
Q: What is spontaneous regression?
A: In some infants less than 6 months the neuroblastoma tumor resolves on its own without any treatment. This is known as spontaneous regression.
Q: What is the prognosis in neuroblastoma cases?
A: The prognosis of high-risk neuroblastoma still remains poor. Inmore than half of patients there is recurrence of disease despite the development of new treatment options.
