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Symptoms
The specific symptoms depend on the tumor's size, location, degree of invasion, and related swelling. Headaches, seizur...
Causes
Primary brain tumors include any tumor that starts in the brain. Tumors may be confined to a small area, invasive (spre...
Tests
A doctor can often identify signs and symptoms that are specific to the location of the tumor. Some tumors may not show...
Treatments
Treatment can involve surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. Brain tumors are best treated by a team involving a...
Drugs
When a young child has a brain tumor, chemotherapy is often used to eliminate or delay the need for radiation.
Complications
Permanent, progressive, profound neurologic losses; Loss of ability to interact or function; Side effects of medication...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you develop any new, persistent headaches or other symptoms suggestive of a brain tum...
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