Neuroblastoma is a rare cancer most commonly diagnosed in early childhood, usually in children less than 2 years of age. Neuroblastoma presents itself in the form of a solid tumor in the sympathetic nervous system, but can also be found in the adrenal glands, neck, chest, or spinal cord. The cause of this disease is unknown but it is suspected that risk factors include smoking, alcohol consumption, and drug use during pregnancy.

Initial signs and symptoms of neuroblastoma can be unclear and vague. Symptoms can be caused by the tumor pressing on surrounding tissues and organs more progressed depending on stage of cancer at diagnosis. Symptoms could include:

• Fatigue
• Loss of appetite
• Fever
• Bulging eyes / dark under eye circles
• Lump in the abdomen, neck, or chest
• Bluish lumps under the skin

There are various treatment options for neuroblastoma. Sometimes before starting treatment, the doctor will develop a watch and wait attitude. This is to see how the disease is progressing. Treatment options could also include the use of toxic medicines. Your doctor may suggest:

• Surgery
• Chemotherapy
• Radiation therapy
• Bone marrow transplant

Radiation therapy may also be considered an option for some neuroblastoma patients. Radiation therapy is used in an attempt to destroy cancerous cells and cause a reduction in tumor size. It is most often used for neuroblastoma that has spread to other organs. Radiation therapy and chemotherapy are often performed simultaneously.

• Neuroblastoma accounts for 5 - 7% of all childhood malignancies
• The five year survival rate for children under the age of 15 years of age is approximately 56%

Neuroblastoma is a very stressful diagnosis and your healthcare team understands this. At Hope4Cancer Institute we will make every effort to keep you up to date and comfortable with your diagnosis, options, and treatment. We work with you to ensure that every aspect of your neuroblastoma treatment program is successful. The recommendations your healthcare team make to you will be for the most effective alternative treatments.

Individual treatment plans will vary. Hope4Cancer Institute optimizes your neuroblastoma treatment program by integrating our therapies which could include:

• Sono-Photo-Dynamic Therapy
• Hope4Cancer Therapy - Poly-MVA, Vitamin C, Laetrile (B-17)
• Primed - non toxic cancer agent
• Nutrition Therapy
• Whole Body Detoxification
• Anti/fungal microbial Therapy
• Ozone Therapy
• Support Therapy

Our innovative approach to cancer treatment focuses not only on the disease, but on the patient's mind, body, and spirit.. If you are looking for a neuroblastoma treatment program that treats more than just your cancer, Hope4Cancer Institute is the place for you. Call us today at 1-619-468-9209. Our patient liaison is waiting to tell you more about our innovative approach to neuroblastoma treatment.