Childhood cancer varies from adult cancers in development, treatment, response to therapy, tolerance of therapy, and prognosis. In most cases, childhood cancer is more responsive to therapy, the child can tolerate more aggressive therapy, and the prognosis is better.

The future direction of oncology involves genetic research and improved treatment options. Discovery of certain "cancer genes" has made significant breakthroughs in the study of cancer. Much more investigation into human genes and development are still needed to understand cancer.

No two patients or families are alike. It is impossible to address every issue or situation that will arise. The purpose of this module is to provide an overview of childhood cancer, how it happens, how it is diagnosed and treated, as well as what to expect, and how to deal with it.

Use the links below for more in-depth information

• About Cancer
  • Alternative Therapy for Cancer
  • Cancer Overview
  • Causes of Cancer
  • Clinical Trials and Cancer
  • Coping With the Diagnosis
  • Diagnosing Cancer
  • High-Calorie / High-Protein Diet
  • Nutritional Requirements for a Child With Cancer
  • Pain Management
  • Questions to Ask Your Child's Physician
  • Treatment for Cancer
• Bone Marrow Transplant
• Brain Tumors
• Chemotherapy
  • Chemotherapy Overview
  • Managing Alopecia
  • Managing Bone Marrow Suppression
  • Managing Mucositis
• Ewing Sarcoma
• Germ Cell Tumors
• Hepatoblastoma
• Hodgkin's Lymphoma
• Leukemia
• Neuroblastoma
• Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
• Osteogenic Sarcoma
• Retinoblastoma
• Rhabdomyosarcoma
• Wilms Tumor
• Online Resources
• Glossary

Cancer Care at Rush

When it comes to treating cancer, experience matters. And Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, has it, with one of the Midwest’s largest and most comprehensive cancer treatment programs, combining leading-edge therapies with vital emotional support.

For more information visit the Cancer Programs home page.

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