HEPETATIS

About Brain Tumor

A brain tumor is a growth of cells in the brain or near it. Brain tumors can happen in the brain tissue. Brain tumors also can happen near the brain tissue. Nearby locations include nerves, the pituitary gland, the pineal gland, and the membranes that cover the surface of the brain

Symptoms

Severe headaches.

Persistent dizziness.

Adifficulty in speaking.

Vision issues.

Body weakness.

Frequent vomiting and nausea.

Treatment

Treatment for brain tumors depends on a number of factors including the type, location and size of the tumor as well as the patient’s age and general health. Treatment methods and schedules differ for children and adults.

Brain tumors are treated with surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Our doctors also are studying a vaccine for treating a recurrent cancer of the central nervous system that occurs primarily in the brain, known as glioma.

SURGERY

RADIATION THERAPY

CHEMOTHERAPY

Diagnosis

Lumbar Puncture.

Hearing Test.

Visual Field Acuity Test.

Biopsy

Computed Tomography.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging.