Brain Tumor Learning Center

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A tumor is any growth of abnormal cells, or the uncontrolled growth of cells. This article is about primary brain tumors. These start in the brain, rather than spreading to the brain from another part of the body. See a...

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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.
Alternative Therapies
For additional information, see cancer resources.
Risk Factors
  • Head Injury
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy
  • Li-Fraumeni Syndrome
Complications
Permanent, progressive, profound neurologic losses; Loss of ability to interact or function; Side effects of medication...
Prevention
Monthly self-examinations of the breasts and testicles can detect breast and.
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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