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This sheet describes possible tests used to diagnose and gather information about neurologic disorders in children. Your child’s healthcare provider will tell you which of these tests your child's needs.

A spinal tap (also called a lumbar puncture) is a test that checks the health of the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). This fluid surrounds the brain and spinal cord. During the test, a small sample of CSF is removed from the spinal canal to be tested in a lab. The test is safe and does not damage the spinal cord or nerves. Within a few hours your child’s body will make new fluid to replace what is removed.

Hair loss is a common side effect of chemotherapy and radiation therapy. These tips can help you and your child prepare for and cope with hair loss.

Your child has a sore mouth and throat. This might be mucositis. It's a common, short-term side effect of many kinds of cancer treatment. Though it can be painful, it goes away over time after treatment ends.

Your child has been diagnosed with leukemia. This sheet can help you learn about this cancer and what to expect for treatment.

A diagnosis of cancer for your child is scary and confusing. Learn the basics about acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

Learning that your child has cancer is scary and confusing. Your child's healthcare team will help you as you make important decisions about your child's care. In the meantime, here are some important facts about Hodgkin lymphoma.

Learn more about neuroblastoma, a rare type of childhood cancer.

Medicine can help treat or prevent illness. But if you don't take it correctly, it may not help. It may even hurt you. Here are some tips for taking your medicine safely.