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Retinoblastoma

Retinoblastoma (Rb) is a rare form of cancer that rapidly develops from the immature cells of a , the light-detecting of the eye. It is the most common primary intraocular cancer in children, and 80% of retinoblastoma cases are first detected in those under 3 years old.

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Symptoms — what it feels like

  • ·Leukocoria seen in patient's pupil in photos
  • ·Poor vision
  • ·One or both eyes turning inward or outward
  • ·Eye pain

Prevention

  • · (after in cases of metastasis)
  • ·Focal therapy

Treatment

  • · (including eye removal in advanced cases)
  • · (after in cases of metastasis)
  • ·Focal therapy
Plain-language summary adapted from Wikipedia. Not medical advice.