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In order to make an accurate diagnosis, our physicians will complete a medical history and physical examination of our patients and may perform numerous tests, including:

• Complete blood count (CBC)
• Bone marrow aspiration and/or biopsy
• Lymph node biopsy
• X-ray
• Spinal tap/lumbar puncture
• Computed tomography (CT or CAT) scan
• Positron emission tomography (PET) scan
• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan
• Ultrasound (also called sonography)

Once a diagnosis is made, your child’s physician will determine a specific course of treatment based on many factors, including:

• Your child's age, overall health and medical history
• Type, location and extent/stage of the disease
• Your child's tolerance for specific medications, procedures or therapies
• Expectations for the course of the disease
• Expectations for the course of the transplant
• Your opinion or preference

Treatment for leukemia may include:

• Chemotherapy and/or other intrathecal medications
• Radiation
• Bone marrow/stem cell transplant
• Targeted therapy
• Blood transfusions
• Various medications and antibiotics
• Continuous follow-up care

Treatment for Hodgkin lymphoma may include:

• Chemotherapy
• Radiation
• Bone marrow/stem cell transplant
• Supportive care
• Continuous follow-up care

Treatment for non-Hodgkin lymphoma may include:

• Chemotherapy
• Radiation
• Surgery
• Monoclonal antibodies
• High-dose chemotherapy with a stem cell transplant
• Antibiotics
• Supportive care
• Continuous follow-up care