Question 1

what is hepatoblastoma?

Accepted Answer

Liver tumor: This is a malignant (cancerous) liver tumor, usually diagnosed in infancy or early childhood.

Question 2

i've got hepatoblastoma. now what?

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You probably don't: Have the diagnosis checked.  Almost all hepatoblastomas are in children - most less than 3 years old.  So if you are asking this question (and it is not being randomly generated by a computer) you probably don't have hepatoblastoma.  Any more information?

Question 3

what are the symptoms of hepatoblastoma?

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Abdominal pain: Hepatoblastomas can grow to large size before diagnosis.  One may feel a RUQ mass or just note abdominal distension.  Frequently child has poor appetite and/or weight loss.  Occasionally patient may experience jaundice or itchy skin.

Question 4

i need info on hepatoblastoma disease please?

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EXTREMELY RARE: Cancerous tumor that starts in the liver. It occurs in infants and children. It affects 1 in 1.5 million children. It usually presents with an abdominal mass, and it is most commonly diagnosed by age 3.
Some blood test like Alpha fetoprotein are usually elevated, but when not elevated, it means bad news.Removal, adjuvant chemo and transplant are the treatment of choice, depending on stage found.

Question 5

where can i find charities for hepatoblastoma?

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See links...: There are a number of charities that are specific to pediatric cancer. Two of the largest are the st. Baldrick's foundation (http://www.Stbaldricks.Org) and alex's lemonade stand (http://www.Alexslemonade.Org), both of which would be great places to start.

Question 6

how many estimated survivors of hepatoblastoma?

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Many: if the tumor is caught early when the tumor is small and involves only one lobe of liver then combined surgery and chemotherapy is very effective. best done at childrens hospital where pediatric surgery and pediatric oncology are on board.

Question 7

what does getting hepatoblastoma mean in the long run?

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Fight for survival: Hepatoblastoma-most common cancerous liver tumor affecting children from infancy to about 5 years of age. As with any cancer, prognosis and long-term survival vary greatly from child to child.Prompt medical attention, aggressive therapy are important for the best prognosis.Continuous follow-up care is very important because side effects of radiation/chemo may occur, as well as second malignancies.

Question 8

is drugs bad?

Accepted Answer

Depends!: Medications are neither inherently good nor bad. It's the (intent of) use that can make something "bad". Improper use, improper dose, improper frequency, improper route of administration can all make any "good" drug bad. Hctz (hydrochlorothiazide) used to lower blood pressure is a "bad" drug to lower cholesterol or cure strep throat b/c it does neither. Yet, it's a great drug for hypertension. Talk to your familydoc.

Question 9

medicine for memory?

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Meds for memory: There really is no medication specifically for memory. There are medications that can help improve concentration. Some holistic stores sell natural supplements that promote themselves as good for memory.

Question 10

what is category x drug?

Accepted Answer

Do not use if pregna: Category x drugs are contraindicated for use in pregnancy due to studies demonstrating evidence of serious fetal abnormalities in animals, humans, or both such that fetal risks clearly outweigh maternal benefit. Check out http://www.Empr.Com/drugs-contraindicated-in-pregnancy/article/125914/ for more info, including partial list.

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