The only way to definitively diagnose the various types of skin cancer is to biopsy suspicious-looking lesions. Useful information, such as tumor depth, can only be obtained by biopsy. Biopsy methods include: Shave biopsy: During this procedure the
Options vary for treating skin cancer and depend on the size, type, depth and location of the lesions. Oftentimes, small skin cancers limited to the surface of the skin may not require treatment beyond an initial skin biopsy that removes the entire
Childhood Cancers While kids and adults do get some of the same types of cancers, there are significant differences between the two. Childhood cancers can occur suddenly, without early symptoms. They are generally caused by random DNA changes in your
Pediatric Cancer Care As a parent, discovering your child has cancer can be devastating. You may experience a wide range of feelings, including denial, anger, guilt, grief, fear and confusion. These reactions are normal and may be a way of helping
Helpful Resources A simple online search of pediatric cancer can return a dizzying array of results and information. The hematology/oncology specialists at Saint Francis Children's Hospital, along with parent input, have put together this list of
Questions Children Ask During diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care you should continue to talk openly with your child about the cancer. By talking to your child about his/her illness, you are setting up patterns of open communication that allow
Genetic Counseling & Testing Cancer is so common that many of us have one or more family members affected by the disease. About 70 percent is sporadic and caused by many factors, including genetic and environmental influences. According to the
Support Groups Community Resources American Cancer Society Several local programs and services are available to cancer patients. For more information, please call 1-800-227-2345 or visit www.cancer.org. Reach to Recovery Volunteer visitation program
CLIMB ®, a program from the Children's Treehouse Foundation, is a new emotional support program at the Saint Francis Cancer Center for children and teens, ages 6-18, whose parents are diagnosed with cancer. Through this program, our trained