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Brain tumor

Abnormal growth of brain tissue or meninges.

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Gliomas

Tumors arising from glial cells.

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Astrocytoma
Type of glioma arising from astrocytes.
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Oligodendroglioma
Type of glioma arising from oligodendroglial cells.
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Ependymoma
Type of glioma arising from ependymal cells.
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Meningiomas
Tumors arising from the meninges.
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Glioblastoma multiforme
Most malignant form of astrocytoma.
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Brain tumors
Symptoms include cerebral edema, hydrocephalus, headaches, and seizures.
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CSF pressure
Swelling near the optic nerve may occur if this increases.
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Brain tumor treatment
Treatment options include surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and steroids.
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Steroids
Drugs used to reduce cerebral edema.
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Meningiomas
Usually benign and encapsulated tumors arising from meninges.
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Meningiomas
Even though usually benign, these tumors can still compress or distort the brain.