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 =__**Nueroblastoma Cancer in Children**__.=

Nueroblastoma is a rare cancer that occurs within the nervous system. It most commonly attacks young children and even children. Currently at Scotia Glen ville high school we're raising money from an eight year old boy suffering from Nueroblastoma**.**


 * About Neuroblastoma: **
 * Solid tumors begin in nerve tissues, most commonly the adrenaline gland.
 * They may also appear in bone and bone marrow.
 * The cause is ultimately unknown, but physicians believe it happens when there is an accidental growth occurs during development on the nervous system.
 * There are about 700 new cases every year.


 * There are 4 different main stages of Nueroblastoma, and two additional stages:**
 * Stage 1 - Is when a tumor has developed that does not cross the mid line of the body. It's completely removable and hasn't spread to other areas of the body. The tumor does not have cancer cells present.
 * Stage 2A -

** S ymptoms: **
 * Fever.
 * High blood Pressure or Increased Heart rate.
 * Pain or weakness in bone marrow.
 * Bruising and swelling on the area around eyes.


 * Nueroblastoma is diagnosed by:**
 * Blood Tests.
 * Ultra Sounds.
 * Bone Scans.
 * x - Ray.
 * Biopsy.


 * Treatment:**
 * Surgery.
 * Chemotherapy.
 * Radiation Therapy.
 * Antibiotics.
 * Bone Marrow Transplant.