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Common Questions on Neuroblastoma

When I heard my daughter had neuroblastoma, I thought it sounded like a brain tumor. Her doctor says that it is actually her adrenal glands. Do you have any basic information on what exactly neuroblastoma is and where it occurs?
What is Neuroblastoma - ACS
Neuroblastoma – CancerBACUP

How is neuroblastoma diagnosed?
How is neuroblastoma diagnosed – American Cancer Society

Where is the first place I should look for treatment information on neuroblastoma?
Neuroblastoma: Treatment – NCI/PDQ®

Do you have more information on treatments for neuroblastoma?
Surgery – American Cancer Society
Chemotherapy – American Cancer Society
Radiation Therapy – American Cancer Society
Bone Marrow Transplantation and Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Transplantation – American Cancer Society

My son’s doctor mentioned “retinoid therapy.” I thought retinoid had something to do with vitamin A. What can you tell me about this?
Retinoid Therapy – American Cancer Society

Do you have a list of websites, books, and other resources on neuroblastoma?
Information Finder on Childhood Cancers

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