Question 1

Are blood cancers curable in children?

Accepted Answer

Many children respond very well to treatment; outcomes depend on type and risk group.

Question 2

Is bone marrow test necessary?

Accepted Answer

It is ly needed to confirm diagnosis and subtype.

Question 3

Will my child need transfusions?

Accepted Answer

Some children do during treatment; it depends on blood counts and symptoms.

Question 4

How long does treatment take?

Accepted Answer

It varies by diagnosis and protocol; your team will share a timeline.

Question 5

Can infections be prevented?

Accepted Answer

Risk can be reduced with hygiene, monitoring and preventive medicines in selected cases.

Question 6

Will my child lose hair?

Accepted Answer

Some chemotherapy medicines cause hair loss; your team will counsel beforehand.

Question 7

Is transplant required for everyone?

Accepted Answer

No. It is used in selected high-risk or relapsed cases.

Question 8

What reports should we carry?

Accepted Answer

CBC reports, smear findings, prior scans and any biopsy/marrow reports.

Paediatric Blood Cancers