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To properly treat retinoblastoma, a correct diagnosis is crucial. Learn more about how our team of doctors can help at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
… When there is a family history of retinoblastoma, a child is most likely to develop the disease within 28 months of birth. Newborn babies should have a dilated eye exam by a pediatric ophthalmologist (eye doctor) in the nursery. When there is no family history, it is frequently the parents who notice
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Pediatric brain tumors can cause headaches, vomiting, or other problems in children. Learn more about the signs & symptoms.
… Different parts of the brain affect different functions in the body, such as movement, vision, and speech. Since there’s limited space within the skull, signs and symptoms of a brain tumor typically develop when abnormal tissue expands and destroys or pushes on healthy brain tissue, the tissue around
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Find in-depth information on the different types of adenomas, as well as related conditions like Cushing’s disease and acromegaly.
… Pituitary adenomas are the most common tumor type in the pituitary gland. “Adenoma” refers to a benign tumor that begins in glandular tissue. Pituitary adenomas can become cancerous (called pituitary carcinomas ), but these cases are extremely rare. Adenomas can also arise in other areas of the body
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Find answers to frequently asked questions about breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma, including risk, symptoms, and treatment options.
… You may have heard that some people with breast implants may have a very low risk of developing a kind of cancer called anaplastic large cell lymphoma . There are several different kinds of anaplastic large cell lymphoma. When associated with breast implants, this lymphoma is called breast implant–associated
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Surgery for brain tumors is safer and more effective than ever before. Learn how we can remove cancerous tissue safely and precisely.
… Brain surgery today is safer and more effective than ever for treating cancer. There have been many improvements in both imaging and in how we plan and perform surgeries. Our surgeons are experts in removing brain tumors without harming healthy tissue. This procedure can release pressure in your skull
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If you have been treated for an appendix tumor, MSK is here to help.
… At Memorial Sloan Kettering, we know that even after you’ve finished your cancer treatments, you may still need our help. We’re committed to supporting you in every way we can — physically, emotionally, spiritually, and otherwise — for as long as you need us. We’ve built a program designed for cancer
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Leukemias are named after the type of white blood cell that is affected. The most common types in children are acute lymphoblastic leukemia and acute myelogenous leukemia. At MSK Kids, our leukemia experts treat all kinds of leukemia in children, teens, and young adults.
… Leukemias are named after the type of white blood cell that is affected. The most common types in children are acute lymphoblastic leukemia and acute myelogenous leukemia. At MSK Kids, our leukemia experts treat all kinds of leukemia in children, teens, and young adults. Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
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Our leukemia experts work collaboratively to provide each patient with compassionate, comprehensive care.
… Each person who comes to Memorial Sloan Kettering for leukemia treatment benefits from our team approach to care. Members of the leukemia team meet weekly to review and discuss your treatment plan. Other specialists, including those who provide psychosocial support, help the team meet your and your caregivers
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Nuestros expertos en leucemia trabajan en colaboración para brindar a cada paciente una atención integral y compasiva.
… Cada persona que viene al Memorial Sloan Kettering para el tratamiento de la leucemia se beneficia del enfoque de atención que tiene nuestro equipo. Los integrantes del equipo de especialistas en leucemia se reúnen semanalmente para revisar y analizar su plan de tratamiento. Otros especialistas, incluidos
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Doctors at Memorial Sloan Kettering treat hundreds of people with multiple myeloma each year and offer second opinions for people from around the world. Learn more about treatment options for multiple myeloma.
… The treatments for active multiple myeloma are: Chemotherapy Immune-modifying drugs or other medications Stem cell transplants Your treatment depends on your stage of myeloma and other information. Often, you will have a combination of a few different drugs. MSK offers many treatments and procedures