How Do You Inhibit Neuroblastoma Cell Growth?
Neuroblastoma is a childhood cancer that targets the body’s nerve cells. If your child has this kind of cancer, it would most likely be found in the adrenal glands—above the kidneys—and in the nerves cells of the neck, chest or pelvic area. It is by far the most common cancer in infants and occurs much less often in children older than age 5, according to MayoClinic.com. The American Cancer Society reports that an estimated 650 Americans are diagnosed with the disease each year. Various treatments are available, including the use of retinols to inhibit the growth of cancer cells that remain after primary therapy. Understand the symptoms and methods of diagnosis. Symptoms can vary widely and are dependent upon the area of the body affected by the tumor. A tumor in the abdomen can cause abdominal pain or bloating, swelling of the legs, or frequent urination or constipation. A chest-specific neuroblastoma can result in sagging eyelids, an inflamed face or wheezing. Any worrisome signs
