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      Intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH) in premature babies

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      Read about intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH), or bleeding in the brain, in premature babies.

      Overview of learning and education in the premature baby

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      Although many premature babies do not encounter any academic problems, some do. For example, up to 50% of very low birth weight (VLBW) babies will have some problems in school by Grade 3.

      Post-hemorrhagic ventricular dilatation (PHVD) in newborns

      Read about the causes, diagnosis and treatment of post-hemorrhagic ventricular dilatation (PHVD) in newborn babies.

      Brain biopsy

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      An in-depth look at what is involved in a biopsy as part of the medical diagnosis of brain cancer.

      Signs and symptoms of acute myeloid leukemia (AML)

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      Learn about the signs and symptoms of acute myeloid leukemia (AML), which can have more severe symptoms than acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).

      Deciding about epilepsy surgery: Points to consider

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      Learn some important things to keep in mind when making a decision about epilepsy surgery, such as surgery goals, risks and possible complications.

      Signs and symptoms of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in children

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      Learn about the signs and symptoms of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), which can cause physical and neurological changes in your child.

      Computerized tomography (CT scan) for brain tumours

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      An in-depth description of what is involved in a CT scan as part of the medical diagnosis of a brain tumor. Answers from Canadian Paediatric Hospitals.

      Neonatal seizures

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      Read about the causes, diagnosis and treatment of neonatal seizures.

      Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for brain tumours

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      An in-depth description of what is involved in a MRI as part of the medical diagnosis of a brain tumor. fMRI and MRA are also discussed.

      Complementary and alternative therapies for cancer treatment

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      Many people will consider the use of complementary and alternative therapies when undergoing cancer treatment, but not all of these are safe to use. Find out what you need to consider before using complementary or alternative therapies for cancer treatment.

      Managing cancer and treatment symptoms

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      Both cancer and cancer treatments can cause a range of symptoms. Find out why this is and hear from other teens about their experiences.

      Treatment of heart conditions

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      Learn about the treatment of heart conditions. Find out about the different types of heart treatment and the right questions you should ask the doctor about the treatment.

      Tests before, during and after cancer treatment

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      During cancer treatment, a patient will need many tests to determine if the treatment is working. Learn about the types of tests to expect before, during and after treatment, and why these tests are necessary.

      Treatment of brain tumours

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      In-depth information on treatment options for different types of brain tumours and brain cancer in children. 

      Dental check-up and cancer treatment

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      It is important to visit the dentist for a check-up before beginning cancer treatment. Read on for information on the importance of a check-up and dental cleaning before treatment.

      Late effects of cancer treatment

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      Late effects of cancer treatment may occur months or years after treatment has finished. Learn about the types of late effects, how to minimize your risk and where to find more information.

      Potential late effects of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) treatment

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      Learn about long-term and late effects from acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) treatment.

      Brain tumours: Life after treatment

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      Important information on some of the side effects that your child may experience from brain tumour therapy.

      Types of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) medications

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      Learn about the different types of medications that are available for the treatment of arthritis. These include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, corticosteroid joint injections, disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug, etc.

      Regular appointments for cancer treatment

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      You will have many appointments with your health-care team as part of your treatment. Read about why it is so important to attend your regular appointments, even if you feel fine.

      After leukemia treatment ends

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      Learn how to manage your fears and anxieties once your child's leukemia treatment ends.

      What is chemotherapy?

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      Chemotherapy is a type of cancer treatment. Learn about the different types of chemotherapy medications, how your health-care team decides which types to use, and the role of corticosteroids in cancer treatment.

      Treating leukemia

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      This section describes the treatment options for both acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and acute myeloid leukemia (AML).

      Treating acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)

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      Learn about the different types of treatment for children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).

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