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• Sinonasal Tumors for Parents

  
  

  A sinonasal tumor is a growth in the nose, the space behind the nose, or in the sinuses. The tumors can be benign (not cancer) or malignant (cancer).

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): Brain for Parents

  
  

  A brain MRI, a safe and painless test that produces detailed images of the brain and the brain stem, can help detect cysts, tumors, bleeding, and other problems.

• Strokes for Parents

  
  

  A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain stops, even for a second. Often, kids who have a stroke can learn to use their arms and legs and speak again through brain retraining.

• Tuberous Sclerosis Complex for Parents

  
  

  Tuberous sclerosis complex is a genetic condition that causes the growth of benign tumors. Symptoms can range from mild to severe.

• Juvenile Nasopharyngeal Angiofibroma for Parents

  
  

  A juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibroma is a growth in the area behind the nose. They're benign but can damage nerves and bones and block ear and sinus drainage. Almost all JNAs are in teenage boys.

• Fetal Lung Mass for Parents

  
  

  A fetal lung mass is an unusual lump that grows inside or next to an unborn baby’s lung. Some are treated before birth, while others are removed after the baby is born.

• Words to Know (Cancer Glossary) for Kids

  
  

  Check out our cancer glossary for lots of easy-to-read definitions.

• Words to Know (Cancer Glossary) for Teens

  
  

  Check out our cancer glossary for lots of easy-to-read definitions.

• Words to Know (Cancer Glossary) for Parents

  
  

  Check out our cancer glossary for lots of easy-to-read definitions.

• Craniopharyngioma for Parents

  
  

  A craniopharyngioma is a rare type of benign brain tumor. Most people treated for a craniopharyngioma are cured.