Effective Options For Treating Wilms' Tumor
Wilms' tumor, which is also known as nephroblastoma, is a type of kidney cancer that most often occurs in children, with the majority of cases diagnosed at the age of three or four, and the condition seems to be slightly more prevalent in girls. Symptoms of Wilms' tumor include constipation, blood in the urine, high blood pressure, fatigue, fever, and abdominal pain or swelling. Doctors will begin with a physical examination and an ultrasound to diagnose this condition. Blood tests, urinalysis, x-rays, and CT or MRI scans are needed to confirm the diagnosis. Certain medical conditions can increase an individual's likelihood of developing Wilms' tumor. These include Edward's syndrome, Frasier syndrome, Perlman syndrome, WAGR syndrome, and Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome. Congenital disabilities such as a missing iris (aniridia), undescended testicles, and having one side of the body larger than the other (hemihypertrophy) have also been linked to an increased risk of Wilms' tumor. The treatments and lifestyle changes outlined below are often recommended for Wilms' tumor.