What is Wilms Tumor

Wilm's tumor is a neoplasm of the kidneys that typically occurs in children. It is also known as a nephroblastoma. Approximately 500 cases are diagnosed in the U.S. annually. The m...

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Allyson is 7 and undergoing chemo and radiation. She is always crying and complaining about her stomach. She is not eating and we have to force her to drink and now she is vomiting. I would like to know if it is necessary to seek other ways of getting nutrition in her such as a Gtube? I watched my son drop 30 lbs right after having major surgery from not eating and he now has a permanent feeding tube. I am worried now about Allyson as she too is doing the same thing. Does anyone have any advice? In desperate need....
Posted on 12/27/08, 01:12 pm
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Reply #1 - 09/17/09  7:21pm
" is she prescribed nauseos or stomache ache medicine. ask her nurse on this one. find somthing she likes to eat and let her eat that while introducing new foods "

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